Director of AI & Machine Learning
MicroTech
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Florida • Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Define and drive MicroTech's AI/ML roadmap across internal operations, customer offerings, and long-term growth initiatives
- Develop practical AI capabilities that improve efficiency, support decision-making, and create value for both MicroTech and our customers
- Assess commercial AI/ML products and platforms, determine best fit, and identify opportunities to enhance them through MicroTech-led development and integration
- Turn AI concepts into repeatable offerings, reference architectures, and managed solutions that can be deployed internally and for commercial and Federal customers
- Provide leadership, direction, and accountability for the existing AI/ML staff while helping build a stronger, more disciplined capability over time
- Work with leadership, business development, and technical teams to help position AI/ML solutions in the market, support demos and proposals, and show customers how AI can solve business and mission problems
- Help shape secure on-prem and private cloud AI solutions, including environments where customers want to use AI against proprietary or sensitive data without relying on third-party public cloud services
- Develop approaches for implementation, support, monitoring, optimization, and managed services so AI solutions can be delivered consistently and profitably
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, data science, information systems, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
- 10+ years of progressive experience in technology, software, data, AI/ML, automation, or digital transformation roles
- 5+ years of leadership experience with responsibility for strategy, execution, and team development
- Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, including large language models, machine learning, NLP, retrieval/search, intelligent automation, and model deployment
- Experience evaluating, implementing, and integrating commercial AI/ML platforms and tools
- Demonstrated ability to translate technical capabilities into business solutions, products, or customer offerings
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and working effectively with executives, engineers, operations personnel, and business stakeholders
- Strong communication skills and the ability to explain AI/ML concepts in practical business terms
- Experience in a small business or growth-oriented environment where speed, flexibility, and practical execution matter.
Benefits
- Insurance (medical, dental vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days during the first year; 20 days annually after one year of service
- 401k Plan with Employer Matching Contribution
- 10 Company-Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Voluntary Benefit Programs
- Corporate Discounts
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
AIMLlarge language modelsmachine learningNLPintelligent automationmodel deploymentautomationdigital transformationdata science
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationteam developmentstrategic thinkingcross-functional collaborationproblem-solvingaccountabilitydirectioncustomer engagementbusiness acumen
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeadvanced degree