Principal, AI-Driven Business Operations

EPAM Systems; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn learning solutions

401(k) Matching

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a senior leader to shape its AI-driven business operations offering, blending strategic oversight with hands-on program leadership to guide global transformations. This hybrid, remote role defines GTM strategy, drives commercial growth, and partners with EPAM teams to deliver tangible value across R&D, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, and HR.

The ideal candidate has top-tier strategy consulting credentials and recent applied AI experience, with a track record of

Job description

Serve as a strategic guide helping global clients become AI-powered organizations.

At EPAM, we help enterprises redesign how they operate in the era of artificial intelligence. We are seeking a senior leader to shape our AI-driven business operations offering. In this role, you will combine deep operational expertise with hands-on AI program leadership to guide global organizations through complex transformations.

This is a hybrid leadership position where you will help define EPAM’s Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy, drive our commercial growth and work with clients and teams at EPAM to deliver tangible results. You will work across diverse functional areas - including R&D, supply chain, manufacturing, finance and human resources - to identify opportunities where intelligent automation and agentic AI can improve efficiency, optimize costs and accelerate revenue.

Through a mix of business process assessment and value targeting, you will lead teams that create and drive clear transformation activities that accelerate business value creation and drive productivity, often resulting in a self-funding loop for ongoing transformation. With the ability to strategically prioritize based on business value, you will help our clients drive AI initiatives across a wide range of business functions.

If you bring a background in top-tier strategy consulting combined with recent experience in an applied AI environment, this is your opportunity to build the future of enterprise operations.

This is a remote position with expected travel to support client engagements. While we welcome applicants from across the U.S., we will prioritize candidates located near major enterprise hubs such as Boston, Chicago, New York, Houston and San Francisco.

Req # 1039004221

Responsibilities

• Helping to define EPAM's GTM strategy for transformation programs focused on establishing AI-native business operating models - from process design to product development and distribution

• Partnering with sales and presales teams to craft compelling value propositions, shape high-value opportunities and drive contract closure

• Representing EPAM externally at industry events, client roundtables and executive panels to elevate our market position

• Authoring frameworks and publishing thought leadership on AI-driven operations to build credibility and shape industry conversations

• Collaborate with and lead teams at EPAM to deliver tangible business value to our clients by:

• Prioritizing and roadmapping high-impact opportunities across multiple business domains where agentic AI creates measurable return on investment

• Communicating and showcasing the practical value of agentic AI and automation for executive stakeholders

• Leading intelligent automation engagements end to end - from opportunity assessment and design through implementation and scaled adoption

Requirements

• Knowledge of the complex inner workings of large enterprises and your keen understanding of industry best practices for AI allow you to effectively engage with new clients; you will lead teams in completing fact-based assessments and industry benchmarking to evaluate existing capabilities, identify future opportunities and define a roadmap aligned to business priorities

• Background blending top-tier strategy consulting with recent hands-on experience in an applied AI or startup environment

• Track record of transforming enterprise operations with AI and automation within the last two years

• Understanding of modern business operations and workflows across multiple functional areas such as R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, legal and human resources

• History of redesigning operating models and leading automation programs that deliver measurable return on investment, including revenue growth and cost optimization

• Business acumen and commercial orientation with the ability to shape narratives, influence pipeline and win major deals

• Communication skills and executive presence with the ability to engage confidently with C-suite leaders and influence strategic decision-making

• Portfolio of published thought leadership, conference talks or a visible professional following in the AI operations space

• Industry expertise in consumer and services, healthcare and life sciences, finance and insurance or energy sectors

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)

• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions

• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection

• Accident Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Pet Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM (https://www.youtube.com/embed/NU_mnNITn2o?si=IiCxyQ4sr1YJWxDG)

This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training, the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $200,000-$250,000 USD. This position is also eligible for variable compensation incentives. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.

EPAM Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in creating success for our customers, business partners, shareholders, employees and communities. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, developing and promoting employees without discrimination. As a global employer, this commitment includes complying with all laws in the countries in which we operate. Nevertheless, we believe equal employment practices should not be limited to what the law requires. Equal opportunity and inclusion are essential to motivate, empower and recognize the best in everyone.

At EPAM, employment actions are based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, national origin, ancestry, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status when otherwise legally able to work, or any other characteristic protected by law.