Cognida.ai · 6 days ago
Delivery Leader
Lincolnshire, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expCognida.ai is dedicated to leveraging AI and Analytics to enhance competitive advantage for businesses. The Delivery Leader will oversee the development and delivery of AI-powered and custom solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs while managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder engagement.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the development of both AI products and tailored solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer requirements
Manage the full lifecycle of AI product development—from ideation and design to delivery and iteration—while also ensuring timely and quality delivery of client-specific solutions
Collaborate closely with product teams to define roadmaps, priorities, and resource allocation for both product development and solutions deployment
Drive the development of scalable AI-powered products, taking them from concept through to production, ensuring they meet business objectives
For client solutions, lead the delivery of customized AI-driven solutions that address specific customer needs and challenges
Ensure solutions meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations for both product and solutions deliveries
Lead, inspire, and mentor cross-functional teams that span both product development and solutions delivery, ensuring effective collaboration across AI, engineering, data science, and business teams
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability while maintaining a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
Manage the resolution of challenges and escalations in both product and solution development environments
Engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including business leaders, customers, and vendors, ensuring alignment on product and solution goals
Collaborate with clients to understand their business problems and deliver AI-driven solutions that meet their specific needs, fostering strong customer relationships
Provide regular project updates to stakeholders and ensure clear communication regarding risks, milestones, and expectations
Identify and manage risks in the delivery of both products and client-specific solutions, applying proactive mitigation strategies
Ensure that both products and solutions adhere to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and security, maintaining a focus on innovation and business impact
Utilize robust project management tools and methodologies to track progress and ensure effective delivery
Stay abreast of industry trends, particularly within AI and product development, to ensure Cognida remains a leader in delivering innovative solutions
Drive process improvements across both product and solutions delivery teams, ensuring the most effective and efficient methods for delivering value to customers
Encourage experimentation and ideation to find creative solutions that address both internal and client needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or related field
15+ years of experience
15-18 years of experience in both product development and solutions delivery, with at least 2-3 years of focus on AI technologies
Proven track record of delivering AI-driven products and custom solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Experience in leading diverse teams across product and solution development lifecycles
Strong understanding of AI technologies and their application in both product development and custom client solutions
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders and driving collaboration across teams
Expertise in managing Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable business strategies
Preferred
advanced degree or MBA
Company
Cognida.ai
Cognida.ai is an AI-first company that helps their customers harness the power of Artificial Intelligence and Analytics.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (7)
2024 (3)
2023 (4)
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$19.7MKey Investors
Nexus Venture Partners
2025-02-06Series A· $15M
2023-02-18Series Unknown· $4.7M
Leadership Team
Deb Acharya
Co-Founder
Recent News
2025-04-17
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