Otis Elevator Co. · 8 hours ago
Sr. Director, Translational AI Research
Farmington, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$198K/yr - $240K/yr
15+ years expOtis Elevator Co. is a global leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service. The Sr. Director, Translational AI Research will accelerate the adoption of AI-driven decision systems, leading a high-performing team to translate advanced research into scalable capabilities that enhance product design and service.
Building MaintenanceCommercialIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Drive a research-led innovation pipeline focused on measurable business outcomes
Lead a high-performing team of AI researchers, data scientists, and ML engineers
Drive enterprise AI maturity through expertise in ML, optimization, simulation, and agentic systems
Foster a culture of experimentation, scientific rigor, and cross-functional collaboration
Set the technical vision, standards, and operating mechanisms for responsible, high-integrity AI development
Embed governance, transparency, and compliance into all AI workflows
Align AI strategy with enterprise priorities by partnering with senior leaders across operations, finance, sales, service, and product
Provide deep insight into performance drivers using analytics, predictive modeling, and intelligence frameworks
Map decision workflows to ensure AI systems reflect real-world constraints and information flows
Model human decision behavior to reveal bottlenecks and validate operational alignment
Lead development of agentic models that simulate operational and commercial scenarios
Lead user-centered pilots to ensure trust, usability, and adoption readiness
Deliver scalable AI solutions through reusable APIs, microservices, and CI/CD practices
Ensure robust MLOps, reliable deployment, and continuous monitoring for long-term system performance
Co-design AI solutions with customers and partners to create new value streams
Represent the company as a senior AI voice at conferences and industry events
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline
15+ years in AI/ML, data science, or advanced analytics, including 5+ years leading research or engineering teams
Proven ability to convert complex research into deployed, high-impact AI systems
Deep expertise in ML, multi-objective optimization, agentic AI, simulation, and digital twins
Strong executive communication and cross-functional leadership capabilities
Ability to travel on a quarterly basis
Authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship
Preferred
Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline
Experience in industrial, IoT, building systems, autonomous systems, or supply-chain domains
Record of patents, publications, or recognized external AI leadership
Experience scaling AI platforms, APIs, and microservices in real-time or edge environments
Benefits
We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.
Company
Otis Elevator Co.
At Otis, we are dedicated to connecting you to the people and places that matter.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2002-01-04IPO
Leadership Team
Anurag Maheshwari
EVP and Chief Financial Officer
Nicolas Lopez
Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Southeast Asia at Otis Elevator Co.
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