Senior Director, AI Architecture

Job Description

Senior Director, AI

Summary/objective

The Senior Director, AI at isolved plays a vital role in the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI technologies to transform our HR technology offerings. The senior director will lead the design and implementation of AI solutions across the organization. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to bridge the gap between complex AI technologies and practical business applications. The Senior Director will oversee the development of AI systems, ensuring they deliver tangible benefits and align with business goals.. This is a strategic and technical leadership role requiring a blend of AI expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills.

Core Job Duties

• Work closely with VP, AI to develop and articulate a clear AI strategy and goals that align with isolved strategic goals and plans and turn those goals into technical solutions.

• Design and oversee the implementation of AI architectures, including machine learning (ML) and deep learning models.
• Lead and direct a high-performing AI team of data scientists, ML engineers, and AI researchers fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous learning.

• Stay updated with the latest AI/ML technologies and trends.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement within the AI landscape.
• Champion the use of AI to foster innovation and create new revenue streams.

• Lead the way in design and implementration of AI models and algorithms, including natural language processing (NLP), machine learning (ML), and predictive analytics.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI for competitive advantage in the HR tech space.

• Collaborate with VP, AI and other executive leaders to integrate AI strategies with broader company initiatives.
• Collaborate with PMs to integrate AI solutions into existing and new HR tech products.
• Ensure isolved has the necessary technology infrastructure to support AI initiatives.

• Optimize AI workflows and infrastructure for cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Monitor and improve the performance of AI systems in production.

• Ensure AI models are scalable, secure, and ethical, meeting data privacy and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with CISO and Cyber team to advocate for and establish robust data governance practices to ensure the quality, security, and ethical use of data.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Address challenges such as bias, drift, and scalability in AI models.
• Provide hands-on expertise in architecting scalable AI solutions.
• Participate in model training, optimization, and deployment.
• Collaborate with VP, AI in recruiting, training, and developing an AI-savvy workforce.

Job Complexity

Consistently works with abstract ideas or situations across functional areas of the business. Through assessment of intangible variables, identifies and evaluates fundamental issues, providing strategy and direction for major functional areas. Requires in-depth knowledge of the functional area, business strategies, and the company's goals..

Interaction

Interacts internally and externally with executive level management, requiring negotiation of extremely critical matters. Influences policymaking.

Supervision

Directs and controls the activities of one or more functional areas, divisions, product groups or service areas through senior managers who have overall responsibility for the successful operation of those assigned areas. Clear expertise as a manager, leader, and operator.

Experience

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of direct experience, with 3+ years of leadership experience. May require advanced degree.

Scope

Develops corporate and/or organizational policies and authorizes their implementation. Detailed knowledge of company allows for innovative concepts and promoting new ideas. Provides direction to senior managers in various areas, groups, and/or operations. Recognized as an influential leader. Drives significant impact and improvements across their function; strategically plans for how people and processes scale.

Discretion

Erroneous decisions will have a long-term effect on the company's success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in AI/ML roles with 3+ years in leadership role.
• Proven experience in developing and leading AI projects and diverse, mulitdisciplinary teams, including
  • Mentoring and negotiating skills.
  • Critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills.
  • Presentation skills
• Expertise in AI/ML technologies and frameworks, including various libraries and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Proven experience in developing and deploying AI technologies, preferably in the HR or SaaS industry.
• Strong understanding of data ecosystems, cloud environments, and modern databases.

• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, R, Java).
• Experience with large language models (e.g., GPT, BERT) and generative AI technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and big data technologies.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.

Travel Required

Yes, up to 15% domestic travel may be required.

Work Authorization

Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Location

Office/Hybrid/Remote

Effective Date: 2/1/2025

Internal Job Title

Senior Director, AI

About isolved

isolved is an employee experience leader, providing intuitive, people-first HCM (Human Capital Management) technology. Our solutions are delivered directly or through our partner network to more than five million employees and 145,000 employers - who use them every day to boost performance, increase productivity, and accelerate results while reducing risk. Our HCM platform, isolved People Cloud, seamlessly connects and manages the employee journey across talent management, HR & payroll, workforce management, and engagement management functions. No matter the industry, we help high-growth organizations employ, enable, and empower their workforce by transforming employee experience for a better today and a better tomorrow. For more information, visit www.isolvedhcm.com.

isolved is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. isolved is a progressive and open-minded meritocracy. If you are smart and good at what you do, come as you are. Visit www.isolvedhcm.com/careers for more information regarding our incredible culture and focus on our employee experience. Visit www.isolvedeebenefits.com for a comprehensive list of our employee total rewards offerings.

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