Radian Generation · 4 hours ago
Director, AI Strategy & Data Governance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expRadian Generation is a leader in third-party renewable energy asset management, compliance, and cybersecurity solutions. They are seeking a Director of AI Strategy & Data Governance to design and deliver AI-enabled solutions that enhance decision-making and data utilization across the business.
Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable EnergySolar
No H1B
Responsibilities
AI Strategy, Roadmap Development & Implementation
Lead and continue to refine a clear and realistic AI roadmap that supports company goals
Translate enterprise challenges and goals into actionable AI initiatives that improve productivity and margins
Partner with Software, Product, and IT to ensure AI tools align with existing infrastructure and architecture
Maintain a clear focus on measurable outcomes and scalability
Identify, prioritize, and champion AI use cases across departments
Lead cross-functional AI implementation projects from proof-of-concept through production deployment
Build internal AI literacy through training programs, workshops, and change management initiatives
Establish AI performance metrics and ROI tracking frameworks
Evaluate where external consultants, vendors, or AI platforms are best positioned to solve complex pain points
Manage AI vendor relationships, RFPs, and integration planning when outsourcing is appropriate
Stay current on AI trends, tools, and best practices relevant to renewable energy and asset management
Maintain strict adherence to data security, privacy, and regulatory standards
Ensure all AI solutions are secure, compliant, and integrated responsibly within tech ecosystem
Data Governance & Management • Collaborate with Product, Software, and Data teams to align data governance and AI integration with evolving platform architecture
Establish data quality standards, master data management practices, and data lineage documentation
Create and enforce data access controls, privacy policies, and security protocols
Lead data stewardship programs and define roles/responsibilities across the organization
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (GDPR, CCPA, industry-specific requirements)
Develop data classification schemes and retention policies
Implement data cataloging and metadata management systems
Build data governance committee and facilitate regular governance reviews
Leadership & Collaboration • Serve as the company's subject matter expert on AI and data governance
Collaborate with executive leadership to align AI/data initiatives with strategic priorities
Collaborate with Product, Software, and Data teams to maintain alignment, actively partnering with our software team to build shared roadmaps, strengthen collaboration, and evolve together as our platforms and capabilities expand
Partner with IT, Operations, Finance, and Business Unit teams to understand needs and drive adoption
Manage relationships with external consultants, technology partners, and industry groups
Present regular updates to leadership and board on AI initiatives and governance metrics
Build and mentor a small team as AI/data initiatives scale
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of experience in data management, AI/ML implementation, or related fields
3+ years in a leadership or strategy role
Proven track record of successfully implementing enterprise AI or data governance programs
Experience working with cross-functional teams and driving organizational change
Background in energy, utilities, or asset-intensive industries highly desired
Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, capabilities, and limitations
Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, etc.)
Familiarity with data management tools, platforms, and technologies
Understanding of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern data architectures
Knowledge of data analytics, business intelligence, and visualization tools
Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Change management expertise and ability to drive adoption across the organization
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence without direct authority
Project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Preferred
Experience in renewable energy, clean energy, or asset management sectors
Familiarity with asset performance management systems and operational technology
Certifications in data governance (CDMP), AI/ML, or project management (PMP, Agile)
Experience with predictive maintenance, IoT data management, or time-series analytics
Knowledge of ESG reporting and sustainability data management
Company
Radian Generation
Radian Generation is an independent solar asset management and advisory firm. It is a sub-organization of QuietStream Financial.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1M2021-01-11Acquired
2016-05-24Seed
2013-10-01Seed· $1M
Leadership Team
Joe Kastner
CEO and Founder
Eric Baller
Chief Product Officer
Recent News
2025-03-26
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