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Director, Artificial Intelligence

Director, Artificial Intelligence

PioneerDenver, CO, US
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Director of AI

As Director of AI, you will help lead and shape Pioneer's AI practice by delivering high-impact client solutions and scaling AI capabilities across the firm. You will play a pivotal role in shaping AI offerings, refining strategy, driving business development, and building a world-class AI team. This role blends technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership to position Pioneer as a trusted AI consulting partner.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the successful delivery of Pioneer's AI engagements, applying advanced AI solutions to solve complex client challenges.
  • Demonstrate clear business value through hands-on execution and close client collaboration.
  • Recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing AI team capable of executing and scaling AI solutions across projects.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence within the AI practice.
  • Partner with general managers and national practice directors to identify AI-driven opportunities and develop AI-enabled products and services.
  • Integrate AI capabilities into Pioneer's broader consulting portfolio to enhance client outcomes and market differentiation.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders to evolve the firm's AI roadmap in ways that align with emerging technologies, client needs, and market trends.
  • Champion responsible AI practices, including data ethics and transparency, to build trust and sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Work closely with Pioneer leaders, marketing and sales teams to develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for AI services.
  • Identify new markets and client segments, support sales enablement, and position Pioneer as a leading AI advisor.
  • Represent Pioneer at industry events and contribute thought leadership.
  • Collaborate with delivery and marketing teams to ensure AI insights drive service development and client engagement strategies.
  • Promote experimentation with emerging AI technologies to maintain Pioneer's innovation edge.
  • Partner closely with data engineering, cloud, and IT teams to ensure scalable, secure, and robust AI architecture.
  • Emphasis on operationalizing AI solutions.

What You'll Bring

  • 10+ years of professional experience working in data & analytics in a project management, engineering, or development role.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in an external consulting or industry role, with experience leading teams in data, analytics, and / or AI.
  • 3+ years of professional experience in AI application development, with a strong track record of delivering production-ready solutions preferred.
  • Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Copilot Studio (building custom copilots, leveraging plugins / connectors).
  • Proficiency in Azure AI services (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Bot Framework).
  • Strong skills in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) and / or low-code development environments.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs, GraphQL, and integration architectures.
  • Consulting Mindset : Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions, with an emphasis on clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving.
  • Builder's Spirit : You enjoy creating not just maintaining and you thrive in fast-paced environments where curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration are key.
  • Ethical AI Awareness : A working knowledge of responsible AI practices, bias mitigation, security standards, and data privacy requirements.

    • Bonus Points If You Also Bring :

  • Familiarity with Copilot extensions for Dynamics 365, Teams, or SharePoint.
  • Skills in JavaScript / TypeScript, Python, or other backend web languages.
  • Knowledge of industry-specific AI applications (e.g., healthcare, manufacturing, financial services).
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