Manager, Applied AI

invenergyllc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy LLC seeks a Manager of Applied AI to design, build, and deploy practical AI solutions that drive measurable business impact across the organization. You will work hands‑on with teams to understand needs, build low‑code AI agents, and enable workflow integration responsibly.

The role leads enterprise AI platform use, co‑develops AI agents, and mentors staff while promoting responsible AI adoption and self‑sufficiency across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field.
• 8+ years of experience in a technology function or industry.
• Experience designing, building, or managing AI agents or AI‑driven solutions.
• Strong familiarity with the Microsoft ecosystem (365 and AI tools).
• Experience leading or mentoring direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, deploy and manage low-code AI agents and complex AI solutions with business teams.
• Lead engagement with business teams to understand workflows and co‑develop AI solutions.
• Stay current on AI capabilities and platform updates for enterprise needs.
• Evaluate third‑party AI software for fit, security, and responsible AI considerations.
• Monitor AI usage and adoption data to improve impact.

Skills

AI agents

Low‑code AI

Python

SQL

Leadership

Project management

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Tools

Copilot Studio

Power Platform

Azure AI

Databricks

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Manager, Applied AI (Enterprise Analytics & AI) is responsible for leveraging enterprise AI tools and platforms to design, build, and deploy practical AI solutions that deliver measurable business impact across the organization. This role works hands-on with individuals and teams to understand their needs, build low-code AI agents and other custom solutions, and enable teams to integrate AI into their workflows effectively and responsibly.

This position serves as an organizational subject-matter expert on enterprise AI platforms, including their capabilities, limitations, and best practices. The role leads the co-development of AI agents and other AI solutions while fostering a culture of responsible AI use and self‑sufficiency across the organization.

Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, deploy and manage low-code AI agents and other complex custom AI solutions, such as multi‑agent systems or advanced process automation, in partnership with business teams to address specific organizational needs and use cases.
• Lead engagement with business teams in one‑on‑one and small‑group settings to understand workflows, identify AI opportunities, and co‑develop effective, responsible solutions.
• Maintain deep familiarity with the full range of capabilities, limitations, and evolving features of the organization’s enterprise AI platforms to ensure solutions are thoughtfully designed and maximize available functionality.
• Oversee the evaluation of third‑party AI software applications, assessing organizational fit, capability, security, and responsible AI considerations, and providing recommendations to inform Business Operations decisions.
• Monitor and analyze organizational AI usage and adoption data; identify trends, gaps, and opportunities, and recommend targeted actions to improve utilization and impact.
• Partner with the Talent Development team to design, deliver, and continuously improve training content and guidelines that help employees use AI tools effectively and responsibly and support self‑service adoption across the organization.
• Stay current on emerging AI capabilities and platform updates, proactively recommending features and solutions relevant to the organization’s evolving needs.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Analytics & AI data scientists, data engineers, and analytics teams to align end‑user AI solutions with broader AI initiatives.
• Manage one or more employees supporting AI adoption functions at the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field such as computer science, information systems, engineering, data science, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience within the industry or in a technology function, with significant achievements and upward growth.
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, or managing AI agents or similar AI‑driven solutions.
• Strong familiarity with the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft 365 and AI‑enabled productivity tools.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or managing direct reports, or demonstrated readiness to step into a people leadership role.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non‑technical audiences, including presenting to senior leadership.
• Strong independent time‑management and project‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across business, technical, and enablement teams.
• High level of curiosity, enthusiasm for emerging technologies, and a continuous‑learning mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing employees in a technology function.
• Direct, hands‑on experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio, including designing and deploying enterprise AI agents or low‑code AI solutions.
• Experience supporting enterprise technology adoption, enablement, or change initiatives.
• Experience developing or delivering technical training or learning content for broad employee audiences.
• Familiarity with responsible AI practices, governance, security, or compliance considerations in an enterprise environment.
• Experience partnering with data science, analytics, or engineering teams to translate advanced AI capabilities into user‑facing solutions.
• Exposure to Microsoft Power Platform, Azure AI services, Databricks, or related tools that complement enterprise AI solutions.
• Proficiency in coding languages such as Python or SQL.

Base Pay

134,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 25% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.