Inspira Financial · 1 week ago
Sr. Director, AI Center of Excellence (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$190K/yr - $215K/yr
10+ years expInspira Financial is a people-centric company focused on helping businesses and individuals thrive. The Senior Director, AI Center of Excellence will set the strategic direction and governance for AI initiatives, driving adoption and managing risk while collaborating across business units to enhance the company's transformation efforts.
Financial Services
Hiring Manager
Brittney Johnson
Responsibilities
Set the vision, strategy, and governance model for the AI Center of Excellence, ensuring alignment with company transformation goals
Act as the primary liaison between executive leadership and technical teams, translating business objectives into actionable AI initiatives
Lead the identification, prioritization, and execution of high-impact AI use cases, balancing feasibility, impact, and ethical considerations
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of AI/ML products and solutions—from ideation and prototyping to deployment, scaling, and adoption across the enterprise
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure AI product success, adoption, and business value
Drive a culture of responsible AI, embedding risk management, compliance, and ethical frameworks into all AI initiatives
Champion change management and upskilling, partnering with business leaders to promote AI fluency and adoption
Collaborate with internal and external partners to evaluate AI platforms, tools, and vendors, ensuring best-in-class solutions
Support business leaders in capturing and communicating ROI from AI investments
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to inform AI strategy
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of AI professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Provide direction, guidance, and support to the AI CoE team. Set clear expectations, delegate tasks, and ensure effective communication
Evaluate team performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews. Identify areas for development and create growth plans
Remove barriers for the team, ensuring access to tools, resources, and context needed for execution
Actively coach and develop individual team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
Make decisions that balance strategic priorities and operational realities, contributing to the overall success of the organization
Cultivate relationships with clients, partners, and other departments to facilitate collaboration and achieve common goals
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new team members as needed
Qualification
Required
Set the vision, strategy, and governance model for the AI Center of Excellence, ensuring alignment with company transformation goals
Act as the primary liaison between executive leadership and technical teams, translating business objectives into actionable AI initiatives
Lead the identification, prioritization, and execution of high-impact AI use cases, balancing feasibility, impact, and ethical considerations
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of AI/ML products and solutions—from ideation and prototyping to deployment, scaling, and adoption across the enterprise
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure AI product success, adoption, and business value
Drive a culture of responsible AI, embedding risk management, compliance, and ethical frameworks into all AI initiatives
Champion change management and upskilling, partnering with business leaders to promote AI fluency and adoption
Collaborate with internal and external partners to evaluate AI platforms, tools, and vendors, ensuring best-in-class solutions
Support business leaders in capturing and communicating ROI from AI investments
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to inform AI strategy
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of AI professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Provide direction, guidance, and support to the AI CoE team. Set clear expectations, delegate tasks, and ensure effective communication
Evaluate team performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews. Identify areas for development and create growth plans
Remove barriers for the team, ensuring access to tools, resources, and context needed for execution
Actively coach and develop individual team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
Make decisions that balance strategic priorities and operational realities, contributing to the overall success of the organization
Cultivate relationships with clients, partners, and other departments to facilitate collaboration and achieve common goals
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new team members as needed
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
10+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a focus on AI/ML, digital transformation, or product management
Proven track record of leading enterprise-scale AI initiatives and delivering measurable business outcomes
Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex portfolios in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Deep understanding of modern AI/ML architectures, cloud platforms, and AI technology stacks
Demonstrated ability to drive change management, adoption, and upskilling across diverse business units
Experience with risk management, compliance, and ethical frameworks in AI
Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Strategic, innovative, and creative thinker with strong analytical skills
Ability to balance vision with hands-on execution and operational rigor
Strong collaboration, facilitation, and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders and drive alignment
Experience with Agile and iterative development methodologies
Ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
Benefits
Healthcare
401K savings plan
Company holidays
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Company
Inspira Financial
Inspira Financial is your devoted health, wealth, retirement, and benefits administrator.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Julie Nelson
DIRECTOR, BACK OFFICE OPERATIONS
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