Director, AI/ML - Connected Services - Clarios

The ideal candidate for the Connected Services, Director of AI & ML role embodies Clarios’ behaviors and is driven to help create industry defining experiences for our customers.  Bringing a growth mindset, this position will oversee the development and implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) strategies within the Connected Services organization.  The role will require a combination of insatiable curiosity, strategic vision, technical expertise, force-multiplying leadership, and customer obsession to help build an incredibly valuable Connected Services business.  This leader will understand the product strategy / roadmap and help translate those needs into end-to-end solutions (people, process, and technology).  A deep technical understanding of what it takes to connect, collect, and manage data across many connected devices is critical to this position.  Additionally, you will collaborate closely with Global Customer & Technology teams to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of all Connected Services product initiatives globally.   

This position requires someone who is a self-starter, corporate explorer, fast learner, and customer champion.  A progressive track record with proven ability to lead / manage change, collaborate effectively across functions, communicate with impact, and excel in an ambiguous / fast-paced environment is a must. 

Keys to Success:

• Strategy Development: Formulating and executing AI and data science strategies aligned with business objectives. 

• Team Leadership: Manage a team of data scientists and AI professionals, fostering collaboration, and providing guidance. 

• Innovation: Driving innovation in AI applications and data-driven solutions to enhance business processes. 

• Research & Development: Keeping abreast of industry trends, researching new technologies, and implementing cutting-edge solutions. 

• Data Management: Overseeing data collection, storage, and analysis processes to ensure high-quality, reliable data for decision-making. 

• Collaboration: Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI and data science into various business functions.

• Performance Metrics: Establishing and monitoring performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of AI and data science initiatives. 

• Compliance and Ethics: Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and ethical considerations in AI applications. 

• Stakeholder Communication: Communicating complex AI concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders. 

• Problem Solving: Using AI and data science to address business challenges and optimize operational processes. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Key member of Connected Services Agile Business Team you will be responsible for designing and implementing AI/ML strategy and systems to support organizational initiatives

• Lead and manage the AI/ML team, which may consist of internal and external resources

• Oversee the end-to-end AI/ML lifecycle including data acquisition, preparation, model development, deployment, to and monitoring / evaluation

• Ensuring the quality, reliability, scalability, and security of the AI/ML solutions and platforms

• Establish the best practices, standards, and guidelines for AI/ML development and operations

• Foster a culture of learning, experimentation, and excellence within the AI/ML team and the organization

• Collaborate closely with the Software Development and Date Science teams to design, build, and implement AI/ML models that are accurate, efficient, scalable, and secure

• Work with stakeholders to identify business needs and requirements, proposing technical solutions, and leading the implementation of the chosen solutions

• Align with business stakeholders to identify business needs and requirements, and propose technical solutions that leverage AI/ML technologies

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's technical landscape, data infrastructure, and data processing pipelines

• Work with the Data Science team to identify the appropriate algorithms and models for specific business problems, and implement them in production systems

• Work with the Software Development and Global IT teams to integrate AI/ML systems with existing business applications and data systems

• Develop and maintain documentation for AI/ML systems, including technical specifications, system architecture diagrams, and user guides

• Ensure that AI/ML systems comply with relevant regulatory requirements, data privacy laws and industry standards

• Keep up-to-date with emerging AI/ML technologies and assess their potential impact on the our technical landscape.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

• 10+ years of relevant work experience

• 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing AI/ML systems in a commercial environment

• 5+ years of experience as a team lead and people manager

• Strong knowledge of AI/ML technologies, including deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision

• Strong knowledge of programming languages such as Python, R, Julia, Java

• Strong knowledge of data processing and storage technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and NoSQL databases

• Proven experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries: TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, Keras, PySpark, H2O…

• Significant experience with cloud computing platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP

• Deep experience with devOps tools: Git, Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform

• Proven experience with MLOps tools: Kubeflow, MLflow, TensorFlow Serving, TorchServe…

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and solve complex technical problems

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organization

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead a team of technical professionals

Who we are:
Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. Clarios, formerly Johnson Controls Battery Group, is currently a Brookfield portfolio company. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com.

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