Sr Director AI, Machine Learning & Data Services

Zeus • Orangeburg, SC

61d

About The Position

The Sr. Director of AI/ML and Data Services position will be responsible for leading strategy, development, and governance of AI and data platforms to drive data-driven decisions, leading teams in data engineering, AI/ML, and architecture. Key responsibilities include developing data strategy, building and scaling data platforms, managing ML model deployment and monitoring, and ensuring responsible AI practices and data governance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in data engineering, data science, computer engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 15+ years of deep hands-on experience in data architecture, data engineering, AI/ML fundamentals, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and advanced data science techniques.
• 10+ years of proven experience leading data science, AI/ML, and data engineering teams.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and deploying scaled AI/ML enterprise applications.
• 2+ years of experience working with C-level stakeholders and influencing enterprise strategy with ability to translate technical vision into business value and drive organizational change.
• Proven ability to both set a visionary strategy and execute pragmatically to deliver measurable value.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive enterprise data and AI strategy aligned with business goals, including creating a modern data ecosystem.
• Lead, mentor, and scale high-performing teams across data engineering, data architecture, and AI/ML.
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of scalable and efficient data platforms, such as data lakes and data warehouses.
• Drive the development and deployment of AI/ML models and solutions, including staying current with emerging technologies.
• Establish and enforce governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, security, compliance with regulations, and the responsible use of AI.
• Foster a culture of innovation, driving the adoption of advanced analytics and AI across the organization and exploring new data sources and AI models.
• Strong Execution and Project Management skills to take initiatives from Proof of Concept to successful value realization execution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director