Director of AI
Harnham, Chicago, IL, United States
Director of AI
Location:
Chicago, IL (Remote Eligible – must be US based) Salary:
$250,000 – 280,000 base + bonus
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
We’re partnering with a global education technology company undergoing a major transformation from a traditional publisher into a data and AI driven digital learning platform. The organization is investing heavily in AI and advanced data capabilities to deliver personalized learning experiences at global scale.
They are hiring a Director of AI to lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists responsible for developing and deploying advanced machine learning and Generative AI solutions across the enterprise.
The Role: This is a highly strategic role that combines technical leadership, team management, and hands-on architectural oversight. The Director of AI will help define the long-term AI roadmap while working closely with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to bring production AI systems to life. What you’ll do: Lead and grow a team of AI researchers and data scientists, providing technical mentorship and career development Define and execute the AI strategy and roadmap, with a strong focus on Generative AI capabilities Partner with product, engineering, and business teams to identify high-impact AI opportunities Oversee the design, development, and deployment of production-grade AI and ML systems Translate complex technical work into clear insights for both technical and executive stakeholders Manage project timelines, priorities, and team resources to ensure successful delivery of AI initiatives
What They’re Looking For PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related technical field 8+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data science Proven experience leading teams of AI researchers or data scientists Deep expertise in machine learning, AI systems, and Generative xsgimln AI technologies Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to senior leadership Experience collaborating cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams Nice to Have Experience deploying Generative AI solutions in production environments Experience working in large-scale technology or digital product organizations Exposure to education technology or learning platforms
This role offers the opportunity to shape the AI strategy for a global platform impacting millions of learners worldwide, while leading a highly technical team working on cutting-edge machine learning systems.
Chicago, IL (Remote Eligible – must be US based) Salary:
$250,000 – 280,000 base + bonus
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
We’re partnering with a global education technology company undergoing a major transformation from a traditional publisher into a data and AI driven digital learning platform. The organization is investing heavily in AI and advanced data capabilities to deliver personalized learning experiences at global scale.
They are hiring a Director of AI to lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists responsible for developing and deploying advanced machine learning and Generative AI solutions across the enterprise.
The Role: This is a highly strategic role that combines technical leadership, team management, and hands-on architectural oversight. The Director of AI will help define the long-term AI roadmap while working closely with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to bring production AI systems to life. What you’ll do: Lead and grow a team of AI researchers and data scientists, providing technical mentorship and career development Define and execute the AI strategy and roadmap, with a strong focus on Generative AI capabilities Partner with product, engineering, and business teams to identify high-impact AI opportunities Oversee the design, development, and deployment of production-grade AI and ML systems Translate complex technical work into clear insights for both technical and executive stakeholders Manage project timelines, priorities, and team resources to ensure successful delivery of AI initiatives
What They’re Looking For PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related technical field 8+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data science Proven experience leading teams of AI researchers or data scientists Deep expertise in machine learning, AI systems, and Generative xsgimln AI technologies Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to senior leadership Experience collaborating cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams Nice to Have Experience deploying Generative AI solutions in production environments Experience working in large-scale technology or digital product organizations Exposure to education technology or learning platforms
This role offers the opportunity to shape the AI strategy for a global platform impacting millions of learners worldwide, while leading a highly technical team working on cutting-edge machine learning systems.