Regeneron · 2 hours ago
Director AI Engineering
Sleepy Hollow, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$205K/yr - $342K/yr
15+ years expRegeneron is a leading company in the pharmaceutical industry, seeking a Director of AI Engineering to spearhead their artificial intelligence initiatives. This role involves strategic leadership in developing AI capabilities, overseeing technical implementation, and managing a high-performing team to drive AI adoption across the organization.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive AI roadmap aligned with business goals
Identify key AI capabilities and prioritize projects based on business impact
Collaborate with executives to translate business needs into actionable AI strategies
Stay abreast of emerging AI technologies and trends, evaluating potential organizational impact
Make strategic decisions on building versus acquiring AI capabilities to meet current and future business needs
Oversee architecture and design for scalable AI systems and deployment frameworks
Provide technical guidance on AI model selection, optimization, and evaluation methodologies
Ensure quality standards, best practices, and ethical considerations are integrated into AI development
Guide AI development, model building, training, and implementation processes
Lead and collaborate with a high-performing team of AI engineers, data scientists, and ML engineers
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning
Develop specialized AI talent within the organization
Delegate tasks effectively, manage project timelines, and monitor team performance
Oversee the full AI lifecycle from data collection to model deployment and monitoring
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems
Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and delivery timelines
Ensure timely and successful implementation of AI initiatives
Establish organizational AI & Automation best practices and guidelines
Ensure quality, security, and regulatory compliance in all AI initiatives
Implement responsible AI principles throughout the development lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field with strong focus on machine learning
15+ years of industry experience in AI development and implementation
Experience leading large-scale AI projects, preferably in pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors
Deep understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Agent Frameworks, and Prompt Engineering
Proficiency with Cloud AI Platforms and AI algorithms
Expert knowledge of machine learning techniques including deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision
Proven experience leading AI and Intelligent Automation initiatives with demonstrable success stories
Strong track record managing high-performance teams of AI engineers
Familiarity with Responsible AI Principles and commitment to ethical AI solution delivery
Proven track record of leading and motivating technical teams
Ability to foster collaboration across departments
Demonstrated success delivering results in complex environments
Excellent ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Strong executive communication capabilities
Effective advocacy skills for AI initiatives and resource allocation
Strong understanding of business drivers in the pharmaceutical industry
Ability to align AI solutions with strategic organizational goals
Experience translating business problems into technical solutions
Benefits
Health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance)
Fitness centers
401(k) company match
Family support benefits
Equity awards
Annual bonuses
Paid time off
Paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave)
Company
Regeneron
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative medicines.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.93MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
2024-07-11Post Ipo Equity· $2.03M
2023-10-18Post Ipo Equity· $5M
2016-08-22Post Ipo Equity· $8.9M
Leadership Team
Aris Baras
Senior Vice President, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, General Manager, Regeneron Genetics Center
Bari Kowal
Senior Vice President, Head Development Operations & Portfolio Management
Recent News
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2025-12-29
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