[Remote] AI Director, Data Science

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blend360 is a premier AI services provider focused on leveraging data science and AI to create impactful solutions for clients. The role of AI Director involves leading the design and implementation of advanced AI and Generative AI solutions while engaging with clients to drive innovation and strategy in AI technology. Responsibilities • Lead the technical design, development, and architecture of cutting-edge AI and Generative AI solutions. • Serve as a trusted technical advisor to national and international clients, guiding them from strategic planning stages through to the pilot and full-scale implementation of complex AI and GenAI projects. • Provide hands-on technical leadership and guidance throughout the entire project lifecycle, from proof-of-concept to pilot and full-scale production deployment. • Drive thought leadership in the evolving landscape of GenAI, large language models (LLMs), agentic AI systems, and emerging AI techniques. • Actively participate in presales activities, providing deep technical expertise for proposal development, solution architecture, and technical scoping. • Collaborate with clients to understand their business challenges and translate them into actionable AI strategies and technical roadmaps. • Lead and manage specific technical workstreams within complex projects, ensuring deliverables meet the strategic goals, technical excellence, and quality standards expected by our clients. • Contribute to the continuous development and technical refinement of Blend360's AI and Generative Solutions offerings. Skills • 10+ years of proven experience in technical consulting, solution architecture, or a similar role, with a strong recent focus (at least 5-7 years) on the design, development, and implementation of advanced AI/ML and Generative AI solutions. • Deep and practical technical expertise in Generative AI (GenAI) technologies, including: Large Language Models (LLMs): Architecture (e.g., Transformers), fine-tuning, prompt engineering, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), and deployment strategies. • Proficiency with core AI/ML frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, LangGraph, Crew.ai or equivalent. • Programming experience in Python, with experience in developing and deploying production-grade AI applications. • Experience with cloud-based AI platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Google Cloud AI Platform, Azure ML) and MLOps practices for scaling and managing AI models. • Demonstrated ability to engage confidently with clients at all levels, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value and articulating technical solutions effectively. • Proven track record in supporting business development, including technical presales, solution architecture for proposals, and identifying new opportunities. • Exceptional strategic consulting abilities, with a knack for translating ambiguous business problems into workable AI/GenAI solutions and developing clear technical roadmaps for implementation. • Strong analytical, architectural, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex data environments and design robust technical solutions. • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with cross-functional technical and business teams. • Ability to lead technical projects and make strategic architectural decisions in a fast-paced, evolving environment. • A strong desire to stay at the cutting edge of AI advancements and continuously learn and apply new technologies. • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related quantitative field. • Familiarity with diffusion models, GANs, or other generative architectures is a plus. • A Ph.D. in a related field is a significant plus. Benefits • Impactful Technical Work: Be at the forefront of AI innovation, designing and implementing cutting-edge technical solutions for leading companies and making a tangible impact on their businesses. • Growth Opportunities: Thrive in a company and leadership team committed to growth, providing a platform for your technical and professional development. • Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of world-class experts in data science, AI, and technology, fostering an environment of learning, sharing, and mutual support on complex technical challenges. • Bold Vision: Join a company that is brave, goes the extra mile to innovate, and delivers bold visions for the future of AI. Company Overview • Blend is a premier AI services provider, committed to co-creating meaningful impact for its clients through the power of data science, AI, technology, and people. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Blend has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 25 in 2025, 30 in 2024, 28 in 2023, 32 in 2022, 21 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job