Director, AI Foundations & ML Platform (Remote)

SportsTechJobs; United States; A distancia; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Riot Games is seeking an experienced Director of Machine Learning Engineering for AI Foundations. You will oversee a high-impact organization, shaping the technical strategy, roadmap, and investment decisions while guiding managers and teams.

The role requires deep engineering credibility, cross-functional influence, and a focus on responsible AI and production reliability. You will partner with product and executive leaders to translate goals into outcomes, prioritize work, and grow leadership

Formación

• 12+ years of software/ML engineering experience with 8+ years in management.
• Proven ability to coach managers, set clear expectations, and drive org-wide outcomes.
• Track record of building, shipping, and operating production AI/ML systems.

Responsabilidades

• Set technical strategy and long-term roadmap for AI Foundations.
• Lead and develop the engineering management organization.
• Own the organization’s results and ensure delivery against roadmap.
• Plan staffing, identify gaps, and drive hiring decisions.
• Ensure architectural alignment and reliable production systems.

Conocimientos

Leadership

People management

Strategy & roadmap

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Systems thinking

Risk management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Graduate degree in CS/Engineering/ML (desired)

Descripción del empleo

Riot Games is seeking an experienced Director of Machine Learning Engineering for AI Foundations. You will oversee a high-impact organization, shaping the technical strategy, roadmap, and investment decisions while guiding managers and teams.

The role requires deep engineering credibility, cross-functional influence, and a focus on responsible AI and production reliability. You will partner with product and executive leaders to translate goals into outcomes, prioritize work, and grow leadership