AI/ML Practice Leader

Job Overview:

We are seeking an AI/ML Practice Leader to establish, grow, and lead our AI/ML practice. This leadership role requires an industry veteran with 15+ years of experience in building software development, data engineering, and AI/ML practices, scaling high-performing teams, and delivering complex AI-powered solutions to global clients. The ideal candidate will drive strategic direction, innovation, and execution in AI/ML initiatives, ensuring GrowthArc stays ahead in the AI-driven digital landscape.

Practice Leadership Strategy , Solution Development Delivery

• Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for the AI/ML practice, aligning with GrowthArc s business objectives.
• Build, scale, and mentor a world-class AI/ML engineering and data science team.
• Establish best practices, frameworks, and methodologies to drive excellence in AI/ML solution development.
• Drive partnerships with technology vendors, research organizations, and academic institutions to stay ahead of AI trends.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI/ML-powered solutions across industries.
• Oversee end-to-end AI/ML project lifecycle from conceptualization to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI/ML capabilities into software applications and enterprise solutions.
• Ensure adherence to AI ethics, governance, and compliance standards.

Required Qualifications Experience

• 15+ years of experience in software development, data engineering, and AI/ML practices.
• Proven expertise in scaling AI/ML teams, leading innovation, and delivering AI-driven solutions.
• Strong technical background in AI/ML, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and data science.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, Hugging Face, AWS/GCP/Azure ML services.
• Experience with MLOps, data pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and model deployment at scale.
• Deep understanding of AI governance, fairness, ethics, and regulatory considerations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with global customers, delivering AI-driven transformation programs.

Customer Engagement Business Growth

• Work closely with sales and business development teams to identify AI/ML opportunities and drive customer adoption.
• Engage with clients to understand business challenges, propose AI-driven solutions, and ensure successful implementations.
• Represent GrowthArc at industry conferences, events, and thought leadership forums.
• Drive revenue growth by developing AI/ML service offerings and go-to-market strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master s or PhD in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or related field.
• Prior experience leading AI/ML practice in a consulting, technology, or startup environment.
• Exposure to cybersecurity, fintech, healthcare, or enterprise AI applications.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.