GenAI Platform Lead & Solutions Strategist

K57 Skechers USA, Inc.; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers USA, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Solutions Analyst - GenAI to lead the GenAI platform SkechAI, ensuring end-to-end lifecycle from ideation to delivery. You\'ll partner with business units and engineering to identify value and steer use cases.

The role requires strong technical depth, Agile delivery, and excellent communication. You will oversee privacy and compliance including GDPR, and establish OKRs and KPIs to measure impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product management or business analysis, preferably with experience in Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, or related products.
• Experience working in a hybrid IT environment that includes a mix of traditional and modern technology stacks.
• Ability to communicate complex topics with precision and clarity.
• Ability to accurately categorize and effectively communicate requirements.
• Experience working directly with business-facing groups outside of development is a plus.
• Experience working within an Agile team is a plus.
• Extensive experience documenting development requirements, process flows, and testing requirements, as well as coordinating code reviews and documentation sign-offs.
• Ability to create strong presentations and roadmaps, and collaborate effectively with senior technology leaders.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead business user workshops to identify, collect user feedback and potential GenAI use cases.
• Lead collection and prioritization of GenAI use cases, product enhancements, ensuring alignment with Skechers’ strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business units, enabling functions, the AI Innovation Council, and the product team to foster collaboration and ensure the platform’s success.
• Advise the software engineering team on the development of use cases and product features based on a comprehensive understanding of Skechers' business needs.
• Stay abreast of leading practices in GenAI product development and integrate these into Skechers’ strategy to remain competitive and innovative.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, the EU AI Act, and other relevant data privacy and security regulations by working closely with legal and compliance teams.
• Establish and monitor OKRs and KPIs to manage and measure the value of the GenAI platform, adapting strategies as necessary to meet business objectives.
• Represent the Software Engineering & Architecture group in end-to-end solution conversations with customers and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate leadership skills in driving and owning solutions.
• Participate in knowledge sharing and guidance to team members to help grow gen AI skills and capabilities.
• Engage, collaborate, and partner with Skecher’s Digital, Retail, Wholesale, Customer Service, Supply Chain leaders and partners across Business and Technology to drive long and short-term business value through AI solutions.
• Actively contributes to a culture of high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Build trust and confidence with Gen AI solutions to various business stakeholders assuring expected tech outcomes and desired results.

Skills

GenAI

Product management

Business analysis

Agile

Stakeholder communication

Requirements gathering

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field

Job description

Skechers USA, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Solutions Analyst - GenAI to lead the GenAI platform SkechAI, ensuring end-to-end lifecycle from ideation to delivery. You\'ll partner with business units and engineering to identify value and steer use cases.

The role requires strong technical depth, Agile delivery, and excellent communication. You will oversee privacy and compliance including GDPR, and establish OKRs and KPIs to measure impact.