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Manulife · 3 weeks ago

Lead AI Solution Engineer

Boston, Massachusetts

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$127K/yr - $236K/yr

10+ years exp

Manulife is a leading international financial services provider, and they are seeking a Lead AI Solution Engineer to accelerate their AI transformation journey. This pivotal leadership role involves operationalizing AI strategy, delivering enterprise-scale programs, and influencing senior leaders to drive measurable business impact across multiple business units.

FinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial Services

Responsibilities

Operationalize AI strategy by translating priorities into actionable initiatives aligned with the Canadian AI roadmap

Define scope, architect solutions, and establish delivery plans for transformative AI programs

Identify and lead cross-segment initiatives leveraging AI capabilities to create shared value

Oversee program execution, driving adoption and embedding AI into workflows and decision-making

Partner with technology and business teams to design scalable AI solutions using modern platforms and practices

Engage stakeholders, act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, and influence enterprise priorities

Evaluate buy/build/partner approaches for AI capability development and manage strategic partnerships

Qualification

AI/ML delivery experienceEnterprise-scale program leadershipAI technologies understandingCloud AI platforms familiarityChange management experienceEthical AI frameworks knowledgeExceptional communication skillsCross-functional leadership

Required

10+ years in technology, analytics, or transformation leadership roles, with significant AI/ML delivery experience

Proven ability to lead enterprise-scale programs involving AI and business change

Master's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related fields

Strong understanding of AI technologies (ML, NLP, GenAI) and modern delivery practices (Agile, MLOps)

Expertise in scoping and architecting complex initiatives bridging technical and business domains

Exceptional communication and influencing skills with senior stakeholders

Experience in change management and cross-functional leadership

Preferred

Familiarity with cloud AI platforms and enterprise architecture

Experience in financial services or regulated industries

Knowledge of ethical AI frameworks and regulatory compliance

Benefits

Health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans

Various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)

Financial education and counseling resources

Up to 11 paid holidays

3 personal days

150 hours of vacation

40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year

The full range of statutory leaves of absence