Director of Data Science / Machine Learning

Adonis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive equity

Employer‑paid medical insurance

Employer‑paid dental insurance

Employer‑paid vision insurance

Employer‑funded HSA

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Office lunches every day

Office snacks

Generous PTO

Located in World Trade Center, NYC

Job summary

Adonis is seeking an AI/ML Lead to guide the strategic vision and governance of AI initiatives across the organization, with deep healthcare expertise and a focus on revenue cycle improvements.

You will lead Data Science and ML teams, ensure regulatory compliance (HIPAA/FDA), and design scalable AI architectures to deliver measurable value for healthcare providers. The role blends technical leadership with cross‑functional collaboration in a fast‑growing company.

Qualifications

• Eight plus years experience with AI/ML in healthcare.
• Substantial Healthcare technology experience or clinical workflows.
• Proven production AI experience delivering AI models/products to production.
• Experience leading data science and engineering teams.
• Ability to translate technical capabilities into business value.
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional influence.
• Excellent communication of complex AI concepts to varied audiences.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations affecting AI deployment (HIPAA, FDA).
• Strong understanding of ethical AI governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overarching AI/ML strategy for Adonis.
• Balance long‑term strategic AI initiatives with quick wins for impact.
• Lead and mentor Data Science and ML teams.
• Establish and maintain AI governance ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Design scalable, production‑ready AI/ML architectures.
• Quantify and communicate AI value to customers and partners.
• Drive best practices for deploying and monitoring AI models in production.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Customer Success.

Skills

AI/ML leadership

Healthcare AI

Production AI

Technical leadership

Business acumen

Collaboration

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Ethics & governance

Job description

About the Role

Adonis is adding a new AI/ML Lead to be our strategic technical leader who is driving the development, implementation, and governance of artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives across the organization. This role combines deep healthcare domain expertise with advanced AI/ML knowledge to ensure Adonis delivers cutting‑edge, compliant, and valuable AI solutions to healthcare customers. This position sits at the intersection of data science, engineering, product development, and healthcare industry expertise.

At Adonis, AI is not just a tool—it is a core enabler of our mission to fix the financial health of the healthcare system. We will embrace it with curiosity, implement it with discipline, and deliver it with trust, ensuring both our teams and our customers benefit from real, measurable value.

In this role, you must establish and drive this vision across the organization, positioning AI as a strategic force that powers Adonis's revenue cycle management solutions. You’ll also define how AI transforms our ability to help healthcare providers recover more revenue, reduce manual effort, and build intelligent, scalable foundations for their revenue cycle operations.

What You’ll Do:

• AI Strategy & Vision: Develop and execute the overarching AI/ML strategy for Adonis, aligning with business objectives and healthcare industry needs

• Incremental Value Delivery: Balance long‑term strategic AI initiatives with quick wins that deliver immediate business impact for revenue cycle management

• DS/ML Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the Data Science and Machine Learning teams, fostering innovation and excellence in AI development

• AI Governance & Compliance: Establish and maintain a robust AI governance framework ensuring all solutions meet healthcare regulatory requirements (HIPAA, FDA, etc.)

• Solution Architecture: Design scalable, production‑ready AI/ML architectures that drive value for healthcare customers

• External Value Demonstration: Quantify and communicate the tangible benefits of Adonis AI solutions to customers, partners, and stakeholders

• MLOps Excellence: Drive best practices for deploying, monitoring, and maintaining AI models in production environments

• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Customer Success teams to ensure AI initiatives deliver maximum value

We’d Love for You to Have:

• Eight plus years experience with AI/ML: Deep understanding of machine learning techniques, especially those applicable to healthcare

• Healthcare Expertise: Substantial experience in healthcare technology, clinical workflows, or related fields

• Production AI Experience: Proven track record of taking AI models / products from concept to production in complex environments

• Technical Leadership: Experience leading data science and engineering teams

• Business Acumen: Ability to translate technical capabilities into tangible business value

• Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, holding strong opinions loosely and valuing input from others

• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate complex AI concepts to diverse audiences

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare regulations affecting AI deployment (HIPAA, FDA, etc.)

• Ethics & Governance: Strong understanding of ethical AI principles and governance frameworks

The base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $275,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus program, company equity, and a competitive benefits package.

About Adonis

Adonis is the leading AI orchestration platform for healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM), purpose‑built for healthcare organizations seeking to transform their revenue operations. Traditional RCM processes often struggle with inefficiencies, costing providers up to 15% or more of their potential revenue. Through advanced automation, data science, and AI Agents, Adonis helps revenue teams detect vulnerabilities, optimize workflows, and deploy precise solutions that drive reliable and scalable financial outcomes.

Adonis is headquartered in New York City and has raised over $95M in funding, including a recent $40M Series C round led by Quadrille Capital with continued support from existing investors such as General Catalyst and Bling Capital. This funding supports our mission to restore sanity to RCM and equip provider groups and health systems with AI‑driven revenue cycle operations at scale.

Compensation Philosophy

Actual base pay will depend on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Adonis determines compensation based on each candidate’s experience and qualifications relative to peers, and most new hires fall near the middle of the range. In addition to base salary, you’ll receive meaningful equity and great benefits.

Perks at Adonis

• Competitive equity packages

• Employer‑paid medical insurance

• Employer‑paid dental insurance

• Employer‑paid vision insurance

• Employer‑funded HSA

• Parental leave

• Commuter benefits

• Office lunches every day

• Office snacks

• Generous PTO

• Located in 3 World Trade Center with easy access to all trains and the PATH, and amazing views of the city

Adonis is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

At Adonis, we fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals.