Director, AI Engineering (Corporate)

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC); Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Education assistance

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Director of AI Engineering to lead engineering teams building and supporting AI-enabled systems across corporate functions. The role ensures secure, scalable platforms powered by AI-driven capabilities and top-tier software practices.

As a hands-on leader, you will drive engineering strategy, mentor managers and ICs, manage budgets, and partner with stakeholders to deliver high-value solutions across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering teams for enterprise systems.
• Hands-on with modern software architecture and cloud platforms.
• Experience applying AI/ML to real business problems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Leader of Engineering, setting the vision, structure, and culture for the teams.
• Set technical direction and engineering strategy for corporate systems aligned with standards.
• Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions with business leaders.
• Drive AI adoption and automation across the engineering org to improve efficiency and quality of solutions.
• Own delivery execution including prioritization, resourcing, budgets, and vendor oversight.
• Establish and maintain engineering best practices: code quality, CI/CD, security, operations.
• Recruit, mentor, and grow engineers; build a strong bench of talent and clear career paths.
• Collaborate with cross-functional domains to meet enterprise security, resilience, and scalability.

Skills

Engineering leadership

AI/ML experience

Cloud platforms

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IS or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Microservices/API-based development

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Job Description

Director, AI Engineering (Corporate)

We are Lennar

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

The director is a hands-on engineering leader responsible for engineering teams that build and support the systems used by Lennar's corporate functions. This role owns technical direction, delivery, and team leadership across these domains, and is accountable for ensuring the platforms and applications supporting corporate operations are secure, scalable, well-architected, and increasingly powered by AI-driven capabilities. The incumbent will be an experienced, dynamic, solution-focused technology leader who is hands-on, technology savvy, and focused on building high-performing teams that deliver the most value to the business.

Your Responsibilities On The Team

• Serve as the Leader of Engineering, setting the vision, structure, and culture for the teams within the organization
• Set technical direction and engineering strategy for corporate systems, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and the broader Lennar Technology Group roadmap
• Partner with business leaders across corporate functions to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions
• Drive the adoption of AI and automation (e.g., agentic workflows, LLM-powered tooling, intelligent process automation) across the engineering organization to improve efficiency and the quality of solutions delivered
• Own delivery execution across the portfolio, including prioritization, resourcing, budget management, and vendor/contractor oversight
• Establish and maintain engineering best practices across the organization, including code quality, CI/CD, security, and operational excellence
• Recruit, mentor, and grow engineering managers and individual contributors; build a strong bench of technical talent and clear career paths
• Collaborate with cross functional domains to ensure corporate systems meet enterprise standards for security, resiliency, and scalability

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree.
• A significant amount of progressive engineering experience is required, including experience in an engineering leadership role overseeing multiple teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams supporting enterprise functions
• Hands-on experience with modern software architecture, cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure), and microservices/API-based development
• Practical experience applying AI/ML or generative AI (e.g., LLMs, agentic frameworks) to real business problems and production systems
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies and modern DevSecOps practices
• Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and staff augmentation/contractor resources
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior business and technology stakeholders

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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