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    TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AI / ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, MACHINE LEARNING & BUSINESS PROCESS OPTIMIZATION 

    LOCATION: DES MOINES , IOWA ONSITE

    NOT REMOTE! IN DES MOINES OFFICE 5 DAYS / WEEK  

    DIRECT HIRE PERM FTE HIRE 

    Do you thrive at the forefront of technology and innovation? Are you passionate about leveraging Artificial Intelligence (Ai), AI tools, are you a visionary to revolutionize & make more efficiency, boost operational efficiencies, and create faster internal processes? 

    As the Technical Director of AI & Operational Efficiency, you will play a pivotal role in aligning cutting-edge AI solutions, you will drive the adoption, integration, and optimization of AI initiatives within their business processes. This is your chance to spearhead groundbreaking projects that enhance collaboration, optimize technical frameworks, and redefine their business processes.  

    ****For immediate & confidential consideration on this Permanent / Direct hire IT for a TECHNICAL DIRECTOR OF AI , please email me directly, Carrie Danger, SVP, Permanent Placement, Iowa Region – call at 515-259-6087, and e-mail resume confidentially * email profile on LinkedIn profile!  

    WHAT SKILLS YOU WOULD NEED: 

    • Actual experience with AI 

    • Experience in AI, machine learning, data analytics, automation, or digital transformation roles.

    • Understanding of Data analytics 

    • Software Development skills would be preferred. 

    • Develop and execute a strategic AI and innovation roadmap to support business objectives.

    • Collaborate with diverse teams to identify AI-driven opportunities for operational improvements, tenant engagement, and business growth.

    • Lead AI-related change initiatives, use AI tools & Machine Learning, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational goals.

    • Leverage key AI skills and like business analysis and workflow modernization to assist in transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable frameworks.

    • Monitor and continuously refine AI models to maximize their business impact.

    • Stay ahead of technology trends to assess their relevance in this industry

    • Utilize internal IT resources and trusted external partners to implement AI solutions effectively while ensuring alignment with IT infrastructure.

    • A strategic mindset to modernize systems and streamline complex workflows USING AI

    • Business analysis skills to translate technical concepts into real-world solutions, while building consensus among stakeholders.

    • A proven track record of developing scalable frameworks to tackle technical debt

    5 days / week ONSITE IN OFFICE - TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AI / ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, MACHINE LEARNING & BUSINESS PROCESS OPTIMIZATION perm FTE direct hire position up to 170K, plus a 15% ANNUAL bonus If you are interested, confidentially inquire for more details! For immediate and confidential consideration on this Permanent FTE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AI / ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, MACHINE LEARNING & BUSINESS PROCESS OPTIMIZATION position or other direct hire FTE IT opportunities in the Iowa area, please call Carrie Danger, SVP at 515-259-6087, or e-mail resume confidentially to Carrie Danger – Please find my email on my LinkedIN profile.

    • Actual experience with AI 

    • Experience in AI, machine learning, data analytics, automation, or digital transformation roles.

    • Understanding of Data analytics 

    • Software Development skills would be preferred. 

    • Develop and execute a strategic AI and innovation roadmap to support business objectives.

    • Collaborate with diverse teams to identify AI-driven opportunities for operational improvements, tenant engagement, and business growth.

    • Lead AI-related change initiatives, use AI tools & Machine Learning, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational goals.

    • Leverage key AI skills and like business analysis and workflow modernization to assist in transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable frameworks.

    • Monitor and continuously refine AI models to maximize their business impact.

    • Stay ahead of technology trends to assess their relevance in this industry

    • Utilize internal IT resources and trusted external partners to implement AI solutions effectively while ensuring alignment with IT infrastructure.

    • A strategic mindset to modernize systems and streamline complex workflows USING AI

    • Business analysis skills to translate technical concepts into real-world solutions, while building consensus among stakeholders.


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