DAT-031 Data & AI Platform Leader

NYC

Job Description

Our client is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee the development of artificial intelligence and core data platforms. This role will drive new initiatives to enhance data quality and usage, as well as simplify data integration processes. The successful candidate will lead a high-performing team, driving efficient engineering processes and coaching team members.

Key Details

• This opportunity is located in a major metropolitan area and requires regular on-site presence.
• The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams through significant growth phases while driving technical innovation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact product roadmaps in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Provide thought leadership on the application of emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges.
• Define and uphold governance standards, ensuring fairness, transparency, and responsible development practices.
• Translate complex concepts into actionable strategies that influence product direction and create business value.
• Lead a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Champion technical excellence through strong observability, reliability, and continuous improvement practices.
• Drive data literacy and scalable data management patterns across engineering.
• Evaluate, pilot, and scale emerging technologies to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.
• Develop and track product success metrics to inform decisions and drive outcomes.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of engineering management experience, including managing managers and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Proven track record of delivering impactful solutions that solve complex business challenges.
• Deep technical expertise in emerging technologies, with hands-on experience integrating complex systems.
• Strong contributor to technical strategy and product direction, balancing innovation and business alignment.
• Skilled at evaluating technical trade-offs, mitigating risks, and aligning investments with customer needs.
• High degree of creativity and passion for responsible innovation, with experience driving ethical standards and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative team cultures that build and scale high-quality products.
• Effective communicator and storyteller, able to distill complex topics to align and influence stakeholders.
• Experienced in recruiting, developing, and promoting emerging talent, with a strong focus on coaching and technical growth.
• Thrive in dynamic environments, with strong strategic thinking, adaptability, and a bias toward action.