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$243394 - $486788

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Job Type
JOB TYPE

Permanent

Director of AI

Remote - US

Up to $300,000 + Equity

This is an opportunity to step into a high‑impact Director of AI position where you will shape enterprise‑wide AI strategy and lead the development of next‑generation GenAI capabilities. You will influence multiple product lines, drive technical innovation, and play a major role in modernising a global digital learning ecosystem.

The Company

They are a leading digital learning organisation undergoing a significant transformation, moving from traditional content delivery to personalised, AI‑driven educational experiences. Operating across large and diverse product portfolios, they use data and advanced machine learning to create meaningful impact for learners. Their centralised AI function partners closely with product and engineering teams to build scalable, intelligent solutions that elevate learning outcomes across the business.

The Role

In this Director of AI position, you will:

* Lead a high‑performing team of data scientists and AI specialists.

* Drive the AI roadmap and set technical direction across Generative AI and machine learning.

* Build scalable AI capabilities for multiple product lines from a central enterprise team.

* Partner with engineering, product, and design teams to identify and deliver high‑value AI opportunities.

* Oversee the development of core AI systems, including content generation, personalization engines, and recommendation models.

* Support major strategic initiatives, including ontology development, knowledge mapping, and platform unification.

* Balance hands‑on technical work with people leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Your Skills and Experience

You will be a strong fit if you bring:

* Deep expertise in AI, machine learning, or data science, including hands‑on experience with Generative AI.

* Strong capability in designing AI architectures and developing real‑world AI systems.

* Experience leading technical teams and fostering collaborative, high‑performance environments.

* Ability to work closely with cross‑functional stakeholders and translate complex concepts into actionable plans.

* Strong problem‑solving skills and an ownership mindset.

* Experience with modern AI tooling such as AWS, Azure, Databricks, LangChain, or Hugging Face (beneficial but not required).

* Curiosity, craftsmanship, and a passion for building impactful solutions.

What They Offer

* Base salary of 250,000 to 275,000 plus bonus.

* Remote‑first working across the US or Canada.

* The chance to influence enterprise strategy and lead high‑impact AI initiatives.

* Career progression within a growing central AI organisation.

* The opportunity to build AI systems used by millions of learners.

How to Apply

If you are looking for a strategic, hands‑on AI leadership role with real impact, please apply with your CV.

CONTACT

Tom Brammer

Senior Manager

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