Global Health Tech Director — AI/Modernization Lead

ICF Olson; United States; Remote; USD 131,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF Olson seeks a Technology Director to drive modernization across global health programs. You will own end‑to‑end technology delivery, design systems, and guide a diverse team including engineers, statisticians, and field staff.

This is a hands‑on leadership role with remote US work and occasional international travel. You will bridge AI, software, and survey methods, ensuring data comparability and privacy while meeting funder expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience architecting AI/ML or LLM‑powered systems in production.
• Experience leading multi‑workstream technology programs for donors or governments.
• Deep knowledge of system architecture, data pipelines, and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology modernization delivery across AI/innovation workstreams.
• Act as principal technical counterpart to the funder and manage stage‑gate reviews.
• Mentor the technology team and coordinate with country partners and survey experts.

Skills

AI/ML systems

Multi‑workstream leadership

Cloud platforms

Agentic coding tools

Publications/presentations

Cybersecurity practices

Technical communication

Education

Advanced degree in CS/Stats/DEM/PH

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering

Job description

ICF Olson seeks a Technology Director to drive modernization across global health programs. You will own end‑to‑end technology delivery, design systems, and guide a diverse team including engineers, statisticians, and field staff.

This is a hands‑on leadership role with remote US work and occasional international travel. You will bridge AI, software, and survey methods, ensuring data comparability and privacy while meeting funder expectations.