Director of AI and Machine Learning

NLP PEOPLE; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NLP PEOPLE in Fort Worth seeks a Director of AI and Machine Learning to lead the development and execution of a ground-breaking AI strategy across a modern product suite. You will blend hands-on ML with visionary leadership to maximize real-world impact, designing NLP and document intelligence models while overseeing the full lifecycle from data to deployment.

The role requires strong Python proficiency and experience deploying models in cloud-based production environments, plus a track record

Qualifications

• Senior level with 5+ years of experience in ML/NLP.
• Strong experience in building and deploying NLP/document intelligence models.
• Proficient with Python and modern ML frameworks.
• Ability to lead and mentor a technical ML team.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the AI/ML strategy for the product portfolio.
• Oversee end-to-end ML lifecycle from data ingestion to deployment.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a high-caliber ML team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI solutions.

Skills

NLP

Machine Learning

Python

Leadership

ML Lifecycle

Job description

Director of AI and Machine Learning

About the Company

A fast-growing technology business dedicated to transforming complex workflows through intelligent automation.

Industry

Computer Software

Type

Privately Held, VC-backed

About the Role

The company is on the lookout for a Director of AI and Machine Learning to lead the development and execution of a ground-breaking AI strategy in a dynamic technology environment. The chosen candidate will blend hands‑on machine learning expertise with visionary leadership to maximize the real‑world impact of advanced AI capabilities across an innovative product suite. This essential position involves creating and implementing AI and machine learning strategies that align with business objectives, designing and deploying cutting‑edge natural language processing (NLP) and document intelligence models, and overseeing the complete ML lifecycle from data ingestion to model deployment. The Director of AI and Machine Learning will also explore and adopt modern AI methodologies, build and mentor a high‑caliber machine learning team, and work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to provide scalable AI solutions.

Ideal candidates should have a solid commercial track record in constructing and deploying machine learning models, particularly specializing in NLP and document intelligence. Proficiency in Python and contemporary machine learning frameworks is critical, along with experience in deploying models in cloud‑based production environments. This role calls for a demonstrated ability to lead and nurture technical teams, a robust understanding of the entire machine learning lifecycle, and the capacity to convey complex technical concepts to various stakeholders effectively. The perfect candidate will be skilled at establishing best practices for model monitoring and performance enhancement, capable of providing both technical and strategic insights on AI opportunities and potential risks.

Functions

Engineering Data Management/Analytics

Qualifications

Senior (5+ years of experience)