Director of AI
Applause
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Posted on Aug 13, 2025
We are seeking a visionary Director of AI to lead our organization's transformation into an AI-centric company. This strategic role will drive enterprise-wide AI adoption, identify and implement AI solutions across all departments, and establish measurable frameworks for productivity enhancement and cost reduction. A successful candidate will serve as both a technical leader and and change agent, ensuring our organization maximizes the capability of AI tools.
Responsibilities:
Benefits: 100% remote w/ no office mandate | Unlimited PTO | 22 official company holidays | Health care | Life insurance | Stock options | Amazing colleagues | Energetic culture that is positive and celebrates together | Inspiring mission & software product | Ability to grow your career by being early in a fast-growing tech startup
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Develop and execute a comprehensive AI transformation strategy aligned with business objectives
- Establish an AI governance framework, including ethics, compliance, and risk management protocols
- Partner with C-Suite executives to integrate AI initiatives into overall business strategy and day-to-day operations
- Define and track key performance indicators for AI adoption and impact measurement
- Generate monthly and quarterly reports on AI impact, ROI, and progress towards goals
- Build business cases for AI initiatives and report ROI to the executive leadership
- Lead cross-functional teams in implementing AI solutions across all departments
- Manage AI project portfolios, budgets, and resource allocation
- AI Research & Tool Evaluation
- Continuously monitor emerging AI trends, technologies, and market developments
- Research, evaluate, and recommend AI tools and platforms for specific departments and use cases
- Conduct proof-of-concept projects to validate AI solutions before enterprise deployment
- Maintain vendor relationships and negotiate enterprise AI software agreements
- Establish evaluation criteria and procurement processes for AI technologies
- Training & Change Management
- Design and deliver comprehensive AI training programs for all personnel at all levels
- Create AI literacy curricula tailored to different roles and departments
- Establish internal AI champion networks to support adoption and knowledge sharing
- Develop change management strategies to overcome resistance and drive adoption
- Create documents, best practices guides, and standard operating procedures for AI tool usage
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related technical field
- MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 7+ years of experience in AI/LLM implementation, digital transformation, or business strategy roles
- 3+ years of experience managing enterprise-wide technology initiatives
- Proven track record of successful large-scale organizational change management
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights
- Exceptional project management and program leadership skills
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value
- Very effective in a remote work environment
Benefits: 100% remote w/ no office mandate | Unlimited PTO | 22 official company holidays | Health care | Life insurance | Stock options | Amazing colleagues | Energetic culture that is positive and celebrates together | Inspiring mission & software product | Ability to grow your career by being early in a fast-growing tech startup
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