Director of Data and AI

Insight Global; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 181,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

401K with company match

Vacation/PTO and holidays

Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development and Training

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite wellness facilities

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Director of Data & AI to lead enterprise data strategy, analytics, and AI initiatives. You will partner with executives and technical teams to modernize data capabilities, govern models, and build high-performing teams that accelerate digital transformation.

This role defines long-term strategy, deploys enterprise analytics and ML/AI solutions, and ensures governance, security, and responsible AI practices. Location: Southfield, MI; on-site.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data analytics/AI with leadership experience.
• Enterprise-scale analytics and AI delivery experience.
• Knowledge of data architecture, cloud platforms, and AI/ML lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term data, analytics, and AI strategy.
• Lead enterprise analytics, ML, and AI solution delivery.
• Partner with business leaders to prioritize data and AI investments.
• Establish and oversee governance, model lifecycle, and security.

Skills

Data analytics

AI leadership

Enterprise analytics

Stakeholder engagement

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Data Science/Engineering

Masters degree

Tools

AI platforms

Data governance tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Director of Data & Artificial Intelligence for one of our clients. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing the organization's enterprise data, analytics, and AI strategy while driving the adoption of scalable, data-driven solutions that create measurable business value. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic leader, partnering with both technical and business stakeholders to modernize data capabilities, lead AI initiatives, establish governance standards, and build high-performing teams that accelerate innovation and digital transformation. Additional responsibilities include:

• Define and execute the organization's long-term data, analytics, and AI strategy.

• Lead the development and deployment of enterprise-wide analytics, machine learning, and AI solutions.

• Partner with business leaders to identify high-impact opportunities and prioritize data and AI investments.

• Collaborate with data engineering, cloud, and technology teams to build scalable data platforms and analytics capabilities.

• Establish and oversee data governance, AI governance, and model lifecycle management processes.

• Build, mentor, and lead teams of data professionals, including data scientists, analytics engineers, and AI leaders.

• Drive adoption of data-driven decision-making through organizational change management and stakeholder engagement.

• Manage relationships with external technology partners, consulting firms, and platform providers.

• Communicate strategy, progress, and business outcomes to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

• Ensure AI and analytics initiatives align with security, compliance, and responsible AI best practices.

Compensation:

$181,000 to $226,000 per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.

Benefit packages for this role include the below:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans

• 401K with 4% Company Match

• Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays

• Bonus Program

• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs

• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance

• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition

• Management Programs

• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Career Development and Ongoing Training

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program

• Volunteer Opportunities

• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)

• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)

• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in data analytics, AI, or advanced analytics, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

• Strong experience delivering Analytics and AI solutions at enterprise scale

• Strong understanding of data architecture, cloud platforms, advanced analytics, and AI/ML lifecycle management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field - Experience establishing AI, model risk management, and data ethics frameworks

• Familiarity with modern data and AI platforms (cloud native analytics, AI platforms, and data governance tools)

• Masters Degree in related field

• Experience within an automotive or manufacturing background