Sr. Director, AI Strategy and Product Management

Your work days are brighter here.

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.

About the Team

About the Role

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and articulate a clear AI strategy that aligns with the overall business goals and drives competitive advantage.

• Create and manage an AI roadmap that is consistently updated with capability rollouts, prioritizing initiatives based on potential business impact, feasibility, and resource availability.

• Collaborate closely with key team members, including product, engineering, data science, and business units, to ensure seamless integration of AI initiatives across the organization.

• Stay up-to-date on AI trends, emerging technologies, and industry standard methodologies. Identify new AI opportunities and innovative solutions that can be applied to enhance business operations and customer experience.

• Lead and mentor a team of AI Product Managers and AI Architects as well as leverage AI specialists, data scientists, and engineers. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Establish metrics and key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness and ROI of AI initiatives. Continuously monitor, evaluate, and optimize AI strategies to enhance value.

• Ensure all AI applications adhere to ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and data privacy laws. Advocate for responsible AI usage within the organization.

• Identify and manage relationships with external AI vendors, partners, and consultants to use external expertise and technologies.

• Oversee the budget for AI projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with financial goals.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 10+ years of proven experience in AI, data science, or related fields, with a minimum of 5 years in a strategic leadership role.

Other Qualifications

• Proven track record of developing and implementing AI strategies in a corporate environment.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.

• Deep understanding of AI technologies, machine learning models, and data analytics.

• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).

• Knowledge of data governance, data privacy, and AI ethics.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex AI concepts to non-technical customers.

• Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to inspire and develop talent.

• Experience in the technology and software industry is a plus.

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below.  Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Our Approach to Flexible Work
 

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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