AI Transformation Director: Engineering Excellence

Altera; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 206,400 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera is looking for a Director of AI Transformation & Engineering Excellence in San Jose, California. This role involves leading enterprise-wide AI initiatives, architecting AI solutions, mentoring teams, and driving productivity improvements. Required qualifications include 10+ years in AI/ML engineering, an advanced degree, and expertise in Python and AI frameworks. Offering a competitive salary range of $206,400 - $290,000 USD, this position is pivotal for technology direction enhancement across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on AI/ML engineering or applied research leadership.
• Deep expertise in designing, developing, and deploying large-scale AI/ML solutions.
• Proven track record in driving AI-enabled productivity improvements or engineering transformations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, design, and execution of AI-driven transformation initiatives.
• Architect scalable, production-grade AI/ML systems that improve engineering throughput.
• Build and mentor an AI Office team.

Skills

AI/ML engineering

Python

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MS or PhD in Machine Learning, AI, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Scikit-learn

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Job description

Altera is looking for a Director of AI Transformation & Engineering Excellence in San Jose, California. This role involves leading enterprise-wide AI initiatives, architecting AI solutions, mentoring teams, and driving productivity improvements. Required qualifications include 10+ years in AI/ML engineering, an advanced degree, and expertise in Python and AI frameworks. Offering a competitive salary range of $206,400 - $290,000 USD, this position is pivotal for technology direction enhancement across the organization.