AI Specialist

Volition Capital LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership over AI projects

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to shape firm operations

Job summary

A growth equity firm in Boston is seeking an AI Specialist to drive their internal AI strategy. This role involves designing AI tools, improving efficiency across operations, and collaborating with partners. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with large language models and AI APIs, data pipelines, and a strong proficiency in Python. You will spearhead the development of internal AI systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values compliance and innovation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on expertise with large language models and AI Agentic APIs.
• Experience building and deploying AI-powered applications.
• Strong Python skills and familiarity with AI/ML frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and iteration of internal AI-powered tools.
• Build and maintain the technical infrastructure for AI initiatives.
• Work with compliance to ensure responsible AI use.

Skills

Large language models

AI Agentic APIs

Data pipelines

Python

Cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure)

CRM platforms

Tools

Creatio

Slack

SharePoint

Notion

Job description

Location

Boston, MA

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Growth Operations

About Volition Capital

Volition Capital is a leading global growth equity firm focused on investing in founder-owned businesses in software, internet, tech-enabled services, and consumer sectors. We partner with entrepreneurs to help build enduring, capital-efficient businesses, often at the inflection point of breakout growth.

With over $1.7 billion in assets under management, our selective, high-conviction approach allows us to work closely with every company we invest in. Our portfolio includes category-defining leaders such as Creatio (no-code workflow automation), Connatix (video monetization for publishers), Chewy (pet e-commerce), Assent (supply chain sustainability), US Mobile (telecom innovation), and Securonix (cybersecurity and SIEM).

Learn more at www.volitioncapital.com

The Opportunity

This is a rare, greenfield role. As our first dedicated AI Specialist, you won't be inheriting someone else's playbook, you'll be writing one. You'll own Volition's internal AI strategy end-to-end: identifying opportunities to automate and accelerate how we work, building the tools and infrastructure to make it happen, and ensuring everything we build is done responsibly and in close collaboration with our compliance team.

You'll sit at the intersection of technology and investment operations, working closely with partners, analysts, and cross-functional teams to understand the nuances of how a growth equity firm runs, and then reimagining how AI can make it better. If you're energized by building from scratch, thrive in a collaborative environment, and care deeply about doing things the right way, this role was made for you.

What You'll Own

AI Product & Tool Development

• Lead the design, build, and iteration of internal AI-powered tools that drive efficiency across deal sourcing, portfolio monitoring, research, and firm operations
• Take ownership of and continue to develop Volition's existing suite of proprietary internal tools. Systems purpose-built for how we operate that represent a meaningful competitive advantage for the firm
• Identify high-impact automation opportunities across the firm and translate them into working products, not just prototypes
• Own the full product lifecycle: scoping, building, deploying, and continuously improving internal tools

Infrastructure & Deployment

• Build and maintain the technical infrastructure supporting all internal AI initiatives, ensuring systems are scalable, reliable, and secure
• Manage integrations across the firm's core platforms, including CRM and deal flow tools, data pipelines, and workflow systems
• Establish best practices for version control, monitoring, and performance of deployed AI systems

Compliance & Responsible AI

• Work hand-in-hand with our compliance team to understand regulatory requirements and firm-specific constraints
• Ensure that all tools and systems are built with data privacy, security, and governance at the forefront
• Develop internal frameworks and guidelines for the responsible use of AI across the firm

Stakeholder Partnership

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on AI — educating and enabling the broader team to leverage new tools effectively
• Translate business needs from non-technical stakeholders into clear technical requirements
• Stay ahead of the curve on emerging AI capabilities and proactively bring relevant opportunities to the team

What We're Looking For

We care more about what you've built and what you know than how many years you've been doing it. That said, the ideal candidate brings:

• Demonstrated, hands‑on expertise with large language models and AI Agentic APIs (e.g., Anthropic Claude, OpenAI, Google Gemini). You've shipped real things using these tools, and you understand the nuances between enterprise deployments and raw API access
• Experience building and deploying AI‑powered applications or internal tools in a production environment
• Proficiency with data pipelines and ETL processes — you know how to move, clean, and structure data to power intelligent systems
• Hands‑on experience with CRM platforms; familiarity with Creatio or similar low-code/no-code CRM systems is a strong plus. Creatio is also a Volition portfolio company, so you'll have a unique, close relationship with the product and its team
• Comfort working across productivity and collaboration ecosystems, particularly Slack, SharePoint, and Notion
• Working knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and how to architect secure, scalable systems
• Strong Python skills; comfort with modern AI/ML frameworks and tooling
• A natural communicator who can work effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues
• A genuine appreciation for the importance of compliance, data governance, and building things the right way in a regulated environment

Bonus if you have:

• Prior experience in financial services, venture capital, or private equity
• Familiarity with vector databases, RAG architectures, or agentic AI workflows
• Experience with prompt engineering and fine-tuning for domain-specific applications
• Knowledge of workflow automation tools
• Experience building integrations across SharePoint and third-party platforms via APIs or automation layers

Why Volition

• Build something that matters. You'll have real ownership over a function that will shape how Volition operates for years to come — including stewarding proprietary tools that are core to how we work and compete.
• Work with great people. We're a tight-knit team that values collaboration, curiosity, and candor.
• Be at the frontier. AI is transforming financial services — you'll be on the leading edge of that shift inside a firm that genuinely wants to move fast and get it right.
• Boston-based, relationship-driven. We believe in the power of in-person collaboration and the relationships built through it.

Volition Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.