Director, AI Engineering and Enablement

Position Summary

As Director, AI Engineering and Enablement within Bristol Myers Squibb's AI Engineering and Enablement team, you will lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable Enterprise AI applications. Drive the technical strategy for Gen AI solutions, ensuring robust integration, security, and performance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Enterprise GenAI Solution Development
• Architect, design, and build end-to-end GenAI applications
• Define solution architectures for leveraging cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for scalability, reliability, and security.
• Present and propose technical solutions that fit requirements.
• Plan and coordinate project deliveries to ensure timelines and business needs are met. Hands-On Engineering Leadership
• Develop core features and infrastructure; write production‑grade code in Python, React, and other languages as needed.
• Lead implementation of best software engineering practices (modularity, version control, CI/CD, automated testing).
• Perform code and architecture reviews to ensure robust, maintainable, and high‑performing solutions.
• Drive adoption of engineering best practices across the organization. BMS Internal
• Set standards for thorough, clear documentation of architectures, processes, and code. Team Management & Mentorship
• Directly manage an engineering team (senior & junior engineers), overseeing hiring, onboarding, and day‑to‑day activities.
• Provide technical mentorship; foster a culture of innovation, learning, and inclusiveness.
• Set clear objectives, track progress, and conduct regular performance reviews. Framework Expertise
• Research, design, and implement Agentic AI solutions using frameworks such as LangChain and LangGraph.
• Build autonomous GenAI agents capable of reasoning, multi‑step workflows, and tool‑usage.
• Optimize agent performance, reliability, and compliance for enterprise production.
• Evaluate emerging AI techniques, tools, and frameworks; make strategic recommendations.
• Champion AI/engineering best practices, foster continuous learning through tech talks and workshops. Full Stack Development & Deployment
• Develop intuitive user interfaces in React; integrate front‑end with back‑end APIs and AI models.
• Collaborate with UX/UI teams to drive adoption and usability of AI applications.
• Maintain and evolve RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Deploy, monitor, and maintain AI applications using cloud‑native infrastructure‑containers, CI/CD, and observability tools.
• Oversee cloud resources ensuring cost optimization and performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in software/AI engineering;
• 3+ years leading technical teams.
• Proven experience developing and deploying enterprise applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Advanced skills in Python, React, and familiarity with modern GenAI frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph, etc.).
• Strong understanding of AI application lifecycle, security, compliance, and performance optimization.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Compensation Overview

Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $193,040 - $233,913

Princeton - NJ - US: $193,040 - $233,913

Seattle - WA: $212,340 - $257,304

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job‑related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary by job and location. For more on benefits, please visit

Benefits

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well‑Being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Work‑life benefits include:

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non‑Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Additional time off can include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement and military needs, and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part‑time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bristol Myers Squibb is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants with disabilities to request accommodations by contacting All qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, will be considered for employment. Please visit our Equal Employment Opportunity statement at for complete details.

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