Core BTS · 2 weeks ago
Director of Innovation, AI
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$165K/yr - $190K/yr
12+ years expNRI North America is seeking a Director of Innovation in AI to lead technology solutions and drive business growth. This role involves collaborating with clients and internal teams to create innovative solutions, educate sales teams, and shape AI strategies that translate into actionable business insights.
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Responsibilities
Create, evolve, and promote guiding principles for client engagement to ensure alignment with long-term strategic objectives
Translate AI capabilities into real-world business value—cost savings, efficiency, customer engagement
Design AI-powered products and services that align with client needs
Accelerate enablement and collaboration with the sales organization to improve effectiveness, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to drive successful client engagements
Ensure consistency across engagement methods and approaches to deliver predictable, high-quality results for clients
Engage in ideation sessions with clients to provide forward-looking insights and innovative strategies tailored to their business needs
Deliver strategic advisory services, guiding clients through digital transformation and technology modernization driving deeper relationships and long-term growth
Co-develop sales strategies and solution engagement approaches alongside the sales team to maximize opportunity win rates
Help shape sales opportunities by refining solution design, ensuring alignment with client objectives, and adding value throughout the process
Lead pursuit teams to drive client confidence and secure key wins
Ensure alignment to client business objectives post-signature to guarantee seamless delivery and successful outcomes
Evangelize success stories by showcasing client wins, fostering advocacy, and demonstrating the impact of NRI’s solutions
Lead and participate in CIO roundtables and executive engagements to build and strengthen high-level client relationships
Represent NRI North America at partner events, articulating the company’s vision and innovative solutions
Provide guidance to practices, shaping the development of skillsets and offerings to ensure they align with market needs and client demands
Drive new offering creation, ensuring NRI remains ahead of market trends and client expectations
Serve as the communication bridge between sales, delivery, operations, marketing, and the Innovation Team, ensuring insights and feedback flow consistently across departments
Use client and market feedback to refine offerings, shape go-to-market strategies, and continuously improve service delivery
Qualification
Required
12+ years of experience as a technical consulting leader or a similar role
Experience with deep learning, LLMs (Large Language Models), and generative AI (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Cohere, Google Gemini)
Understanding of fine-tuning models, prompt engineering, vector databases, and MLOps
Knowledge of AI governance, data privacy (GDPR, CCPA), and bias mitigation
Strong technical, business, and financial acumen
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to collaborate across organizational functions and with peers
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
Self-directed with a track record of completing follow-ups and commitments
Strong conflict management and resolution skills
Client-focused with the ability to communicate effectively with client sponsors
Passion for driving client success and delivering impactful results
Innovative mindset with the ability to translate ideas into implementable solutions
Consistent delivery aligned with the values of transparency, trust, and excellence
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or other similar/related technical discipline
Maintain appropriate certifications to drive comprehensive solutions
Benefits
$0 Healthcare option
Company contribution to Health Savings Account with enrollment in a qualifying plan
401(k) plus company match
Professional Development funds
Flexible Time Off (FTO) plus 11 company holidays
4 weeks Parental/Caregiver Leave
Company paid family building/fertility benefits through Progyny
Dental and Vision Insurance
Company paid Life/AD&D
Short term and long term disability insurance
Company
Core BTS
Core BTS is a customer-centric technology consulting organization dedicated to transforming IT experiences and delivering value to clients.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (5)
2023 (1)
2022 (7)
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2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Graycliff Partners
2021-11-09Acquired
2006-02-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Kevin Thimjon
Chief Executive Officer
Eric Weber
Chief Financial Officer
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