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Principal AI Strategist

Jade Global, San Jose, CA, USA

Pay: $118,000-$200,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Overview

We are seeking a Principal AI Strategist to lead Jade Global’s new AI-First Advisory practice — a specialized “tiger team” focused on driving high-impact AI transformation across our most strategic enterprise clients.

This is a senior, client-facing role for a leader who blends business strategy , technology evangelism , and hands-on consulting expertise .

You will lead short, high-intensity AI assessment engagements, define our advisory offerings, and help establish Jade Global as a trusted partner and thought leader in the AI-driven digital transformation landscape.

Base pay range

$118,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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Why Jade Global: We are a fast-growing digital transformation company driving innovation through AI and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Client Engagement & Strategy
  • Lead AI Advisory Engagements: Conduct 2–3 week rapid AI opportunity assessments with strategic customers, managing a hybrid onshore-offshore team.
  • Identify & Prioritize Use Cases: Collaborate with client executives and Jade’s industry units to define high-impact AI applications that drive productivity, automation, and revenue growth.
  • Develop Business Cases: Build robust ROI models, strategic roadmaps, and justifications for AI investment tailored to client objectives.
  • Trusted Advisor: Engage directly with CXOs, VPs, and senior stakeholders to guide their AI strategy and innovation roadmap.
  • Bridge Strategy & Delivery: Partner with Jade’s technical service lines (Data & Analytics, Enterprise Apps, Cloud, etc.) to translate strategy into actionable implementation plans and SOWs.
  • Practice Development & Go-To-Market Enablement
  • Define AI Offerings: Create and formalize Jade’s AI Advisory service offerings, frameworks, and engagement models.
  • Develop Collateral: Build scalable sales and delivery toolkits — including pitch decks, proposal templates, and case studies.
  • Sales Enablement: Support the sales organization with training, client presentations, and deal-shaping expertise.
  • Thought Leadership: Partner with marketing to publish whitepapers, lead webinars, and position Jade Global as a leader in AI-first enterprise transformation.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • 10+ years of experience in management consulting , technology advisory , or strategic pre-sales roles.
  • Proven track record leading discovery workshops , executive strategy sessions , and short-term AI/innovation assessments .
  • Strong business acumen with expertise in ROI modeling , business case creation , and strategic storytelling .
  • Solid understanding of AI/ML concepts , Generative AI applications (LLMs) , and real-world business use cases.
  • Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with experience engaging senior leadership.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing small, cross-functional consulting or delivery teams.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% across the U.S.

Preferred

  • MBA or advanced degree in business, technology, or a related field.
  • Prior experience in defining service offerings or go-to-market strategies within IT services or consulting.
  • Exposure to industries such as Hi-Tech, Manufacturing, Healthcare & Life Sciences, or Financial Services .
  • Familiarity with major cloud AI platforms Azure AI, Google Vertex AI, AWS AI .
  • Hands-on experience in data analytics , automation , or AI implementation consulting .

Why Join Jade Global

At Jade Global, you’ll be part of a fast-growing digital transformation company driving innovation through AI and emerging technologies. You’ll have the opportunity to shape how global enterprises adopt AI responsibly and effectively — from concept to implementation.

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