Vice President AI Innovation

3Pillar Global; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Canada is seeking a VP, AI CoE Head to lead the AI strategy, ensuring alignment between R&D, Delivery, and Sales. The role encompasses architecting GenAI/LLM solutions, guiding cross-functional collaborations, and building best practices. Candidates should have over 15 years of leadership experience in technology and a deep understanding of AI/ML trends. This firm offers a flexible working environment, focusing on well-being and professional development, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Focus on well-being

Career growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 15+ years in technology and innovation leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of AI/ML and software modernization trends.
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures and model governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead company-wide AI strategy and CoE operations.
• Architect development of GenAI/LLM solutions and AI engineering patterns.
• Partner with teams to shape AI opportunities and large transformation deals.

Skills

Technology leadership

AI/ML expertise

Change management

Cloud architecture

Stakeholder influence

Financial acumen

Job description

VP, AI CoE Head

Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Role Overview

The AI CoE Head leads 3Pillar’s global AI strategy, ensuring tight alignment between AI R&D, Delivery, and Sales & Marketing. This role transforms AI research and prototypes into commercial-ready solutions, accelerates adoption across the organization, and drives cohesive go‑to‑market execution. By fostering cross‑functional collaboration and a culture of continuous learning, the AI CoE Head ensures 3Pillar consistently delivers differentiated, scalable AI value to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company-wide AI strategy, roadmap, and CoE operations.
• Architect and guide development of GenAI/LLM solutions, RAG pipelines, ML Ops workflows, and AI‑native engineering patterns.
• Partner with Sales, Delivery, and Client teams to shape AI opportunities, PoCs, and large transformation deals.
• Provide executive‑level advisory to clients across industries.
• Build reusable accelerators, frameworks, and best practices for AI delivery.
• Upskill global teams through training, playbooks, and coaching.
• Represent the company as an AI thought leader with customers and partners.

Requirements

• 15+ years in technology and innovation leadership roles
• Demonstrated success driving cross‑functional programs from ideation to revenue
• Deep knowledge of AI/ML, Digital Twins, data platforms, and software modernization trends
• Strong stakeholder influence, communication, and change‑management skills
• Proven track record of building and scaling Centers of Excellence or innovation practices
• Expertise in translating emerging technologies into commercial offerings and GTM strategies
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures, MLOps, model governance, and AI lifecycle management
• Ability to evaluate, prioritize, and operationalize high‑impact AI use casesSkilled in executive storytelling, thought leadership, and industry evangelism
• Adept at fostering a culture of experimentation, collaboration, and continuous innovation
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing portfolios, budgets, and ROI metrics
• Familiarity with regulatory, ethical, and responsible AI frameworks

Benefits

• At 3Pillar, we offer a world of opportunity:
• Imagine a flexible work environment – whether it's the office, your home, or a blend of both. From interviews to onboarding, we embody a remote‑first approach.
• You will be part of a global team, learning from top talent around the world and across cultures, speaking English everyday. Our global workforce enables our team to leverage global resources to accomplish our work in efficient and effective teams.
• We’re big on your well‑being – as a company, we spend a whole trimester in our annual cycle focused on wellbeing. Whether it is taking advantage of fitness offerings, mental health plans (country‑dependent), or simply leveraging generous time off, we want all of our team members operating at their best.
• Our professional services model enables us to accelerate career growth and development opportunities - across projects, offerings, and industries.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. It goes without saying that we live by values like Intrinsic Dignity and Open Collaboration to create cutting‑edge technology AND reinforce our commitment to diversity - globally and locally.
• Join us and be a part of a global tech community! Check out our Linkedin site and Careers page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of our #oneteam!