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Guidehouse · 4 months ago

Associate Director, AI & Data (State and Local Government)

US - NY, New York

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$149K/yr - $248K/yr

7+ years exp

Guidehouse is a consulting firm focused on AI and Data solutions, and they are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead their AI and Data practice for Federal Civilian Agencies. This role involves business development and delivering AI- and data-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency and digital transformation for government clients.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to state and local government clients on establishing an AI strategy that encompass both building core AI capabilities, as well as addressing key use cases around organizational priorities (e.g., constituent facing AI-enabled services, mission operations optimiztions, enhanced predictive planning)

Lead engagements from strategy through implementation, ensuring delivery excellence and measurable outcomes

Translate complex business challenges into actionable AI/ML and data solutions using platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, and Azure/AWS/GCP

Design and lead AI/ML and analytics solutions using best-in-class tools and platforms

Translate business challenges into actionable use cases and scalable data and AI products and services

Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform solution development

Advise and lead the technical design and development of AI/ML and data solutions

Drive growth through capture support, proposal development, and strategic pursuits

Collaborate with partners and directors to expand Guidehouse’s footprint in the state and local government market

Contribute to thought leadership and represent the firm in industry forums and client discussions

Mentor and lead multidisciplinary teams including scientists, engineers, and consultants

Support recruiting, onboarding, and talent development within the AI & Data practice

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

Qualification

AI/ML technologiesData platformsBusiness developmentTechnical solutionsGenAI technologiesAnalytics methodologiesMentoring teamsCommunicationRelationship-buildingCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree is required

Minimum SEVEN (7) years of experience of hands-on AI development, engineering, and analytics expertise

Minimum FIVE (5) years of experience delivering technical solutions and programs to public sector organizations

Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS/GCP/Azure), and analytics methodologies

Demonstrated experience supporting the business development lifecycle, such as capture and proposal writing related activities

Proven track record of leading large-scale AI/ML and data engagements from concept to execution

Experience with GenAI technologies and trends, with an understanding of how to incorporate into impactful solutions and services

Demonstrated ability to source and lead the formation and execution of successful partnerships between and across major stakeholders including technology partners and business end-users

Proven ability to collaborate with audiences with a wide range of technical knowledge and at different levels of an organization, from the C-Suite (CIO, CISO, CDO) to an engineering and or architect team

Ability to influence and motivate a team of data and AI specialists across a variety of functions to establish and deliver capabilities at scale

Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills