Deckers Brands · 1 day ago
GenAI/AI Incubation Lab, Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expDeckers Brands is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. As the GenAI/AI Incubation Lab, Lead, you will drive GenAI/AI and machine learning initiatives, working closely with internal partners to deliver solutions that align with strategic priorities while ensuring ethical practices.
ApparelFashionLifestyleLogisticsManufacturingRetailTextiles
Responsibilities
Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify high-impact opportunities for GenAI/AI, advanced analytics and LLM's
Translate business needs into well-defined AI use cases in alignment with enterprise strategy and data capabilities
Lead intake, framing, and prioritization processes for Incubation Lab initiatives in partnership with product and delivery leaders
Ensure that GenAI/AI engagements are grounded in real business value, feasibility, and ethical principles
Act as the primary liaison between business units and the Incubation Lab, ensuring consistent communication and shared expectations
Create clear and compelling narratives, presentations, and summaries to communicate GenAI/AI opportunities and outcomes to a range of stakeholders
Evangelize GenAI/AI across the organization by promoting education, storytelling, and transparency in partnership with data literacy programs
Ensure all Incubation Lab engagements adhere to internal governance standards, including data privacy, fairness, transparency, and compliance
Promote ethical GenAI/AI practices and responsible innovation by incorporating enterprise guidelines into the engagement lifecycle
Support the transition of successful GenAI/AI pilots into long-term products through structured handoffs to product, delivery, and platform teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required (Business, Data Science, Analytics, or related field)
7+ years of experience in data, AI/ML, analytics, or digital innovation programs
Experience managing stakeholder engagement and delivery across multiple business domains
Experience supporting GenAI/AI product development or leading GenAI/AI innovation initiatives in a corporate setting
Strong understanding of GenAI//AI/ML and LLM concepts, capabilities, and real-world applications
Ability to translate business challenges into data science opportunities and vice versa
Skilled in cross-functional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and influence without authority
Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Agile mindset with strong problem-solving and program coordination abilities
Passion for innovation, learning, and bridging the gap between experimentation and execution
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Certifications in AI/ML, program management, or product ownership are a plus
Exposure to cloud-based data and ML ecosystems (AWS preferred)
Benefits
Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
Company
Deckers Brands
Footwear & Apparel Company
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1993-10-22IPO
Leadership Team
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Jessica Boer
VP, Global Retail
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Angela Salanoa Ogbechie
Chief Supply Chain Officer
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