Director - Technology - AI/Robotics

Description

• Collaborate with the Technology Innovation team to maintain a pipeline of opportunities, from idea generation through proof-of-concept to enterprise deployment.
• Champion digital literacy efforts and knowledge-sharing on AI and robotics applications through training, communications, and showcases to business users.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the AI SteerCo Committee and an advisor on AI/robotics technologies, trends, and vendors, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and governance frameworks.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on AI/robotics standards, methodologies, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across initiatives.
• Lead the identification, evaluation, and implementation of AI and robotics use cases across business operations, focusing on automation, efficiency, and innovation.
• Partner with the IT department to establish and implement AI tools and environments to be used by business users and the business enablement teams.
• Define and execute the enterprise’s AI and robotics innovation strategies, identifying high-impact opportunities and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and governance frameworks.
• Partner with business and functional leaders to assess opportunities where AI/robotics can deliver measurable impacts, developing business cases and return on investment analyses.
• Track, analyze, and report on the performance and impact of AI/robotics initiatives, providing insights to senior leaders and recommending improvements.
• Lead the piloting, testing, and scaling of AI and robotics solutions in partnership with internal teams and external providers, ensuring successful adoptions and integrations.
• Create policies and governance on business use and application of AI tools.

Requirements

• 12+ years of technology management experience, with 3–5 years in AI, machine learning, robotics, or automation-focused roles.
• Fluency in English required; multilingual capabilities preferred.
• Success in applying AI and robotics to real-world business challenges, from proof-of-concept through implementation and scale.
• Ability to influence and partner with executive leaders, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Familiarity with enterprise IT systems, data governance, and integration considerations in large-scale organizations.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and evaluating external technology solutions.
• Approximately 30% travel may be required to support global innovation and enablement initiatives.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience and an ability to manage and develop high-performing teams, including both product managers and analysts.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex technology concepts into business value.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; capable of influencing stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of AI/ML algorithms, process automation, robotics platforms, and emerging digital technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance