Director, AI Engineering - Transform Review

Relativity; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 293,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Director of AI Engineering to lead a team focused on transforming document review solutions for the legal industry. This role involves unifying architecture, mentoring AI talent, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive AI initiatives. With a strong emphasis on innovation and leadership, this position offers the opportunity to shape the future of AI within the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AI/ML product development and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy in document review processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in relevant experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience in AI/ML product development and cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for flagship AI products and initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to scale solutions.

Skills

AI/ML product development

Leadership in software teams

Cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)

Generative AI

Tools

SaaS/cloud environments

Big data infrastructure

Job description

Posting Type

Hybrid

Job Overview

About AI at Relativity
Every year, billions of documents are analyzed and reviewed using Relativity's software, a process enhanced by advanced AI technologies. For over a decade, Relativity has led in leveraging AI to improve document review efficiency and accuracy, guided by our AI Principles that emphasize purpose, fairness, privacy, security, and accountability.

Our AI solutions, branded as "Relativity aiR," include products like aiR for Review, aiR for Privilege, and aiR for Case Strategy, which help users review documents faster, more accurately, and with transparent results. The AI team at Relativity spans data engineering, ML Ops, applied science, and product-focused teams, all dedicated to innovation.

About the Director of AI Engineering - Transform Review
This role leads a team responsible for flagship AI products such as Review Center, aiR for Review, and aiR for Privilege. The director will unify architecture and organization to transform and advance our document review solutions for the legal industry, collaborating closely with product management, engineering, data science, and other AI leaders.

The team comprises over 50 engineers and product leaders focused on automating and innovating Transform Review. The director will also work on developing our AI operating model across multiple offices and onboarding engineers to grow our AI capabilities.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Represent Relativity's AI strategy and key products.
• Own features, technology functions, and team development within AI initiatives.
• Engage with industry events and clients.
• Recruit and build a cross-functional AI team.
• Lead major initiatives with clear prioritization and communication.
• Collaborate with engineering, data science, and product teams to scale solutions.
• Prioritize technical investments and architecture improvements.
• Mentor and develop AI engineering talent.
• Inspire with a vision of AI transforming Relativity.
• Advise leadership on innovative technologies and potential acquisitions.
• Foster innovation, data curiosity, and a global AI operating model.

Minimum qualifications include:

• At least 10 years of relevant experience, including 3-5 years in leadership roles.
• Experience with AI/ML product development, especially generative AI.
• Proven ability to lead software teams and deliver complex solutions.
• Experience in cloud environments like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with modern programming languages, SaaS/cloud environments, and big data infrastructure.
• Experience leading geographically distributed teams and launching new products.

Relativity offers competitive compensation, including a salary range of $195,000 to $293,000, based on experience and qualifications.