Principal AI Strategist

Jade Global; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital transformation company in San Jose is seeking a Principal AI Strategist to drive AI transformation across enterprise clients. This senior role involves client engagement, strategy development, and advisory services. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in management consulting or technology advisory, exceptional communication skills, and a solid understanding of AI concepts. Join us to shape responsible AI adoption in global enterprises.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in management consulting or technology advisory roles.
• Proven track record leading discovery workshops and executive strategy sessions.
• Solid understanding of AI/ML concepts and real-world business use cases.
• Exceptional executive presence and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI Advisory Engagements with strategic customers.
• Collaborate with client executives to define high-impact AI applications.
• Build robust ROI models and business cases for AI investment.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to guide their AI strategy.

Skills

Management Consulting

Technology Advisory

Strategic Pre-Sales

ROI Modeling

Business Case Creation

AI/ML Concepts

Executive Communication

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Education

MBA or advanced degree in business or technology

Tools

Azure AI

Google Vertex AI

AWS AI

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Principal AI Strategist to lead Jade Global’s new AI-First Advisory practice — a specialized “tiger team” focused on driving high-impact AI transformation across our most strategic enterprise clients.

This is a senior, client-facing role for a leader who blends business strategy, technology evangelism, and hands-on consulting expertise.

You will lead short, high-intensity AI assessment engagements, define our advisory offerings, and help establish Jade Global as a trusted partner and thought leader in the AI-driven digital transformation landscape.

Base pay range

$118,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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Why Jade Global: We are a fast-growing digital transformation company driving innovation through AI and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Strategy
• Lead AI Advisory Engagements: Conduct 2–3 week rapid AI opportunity assessments with strategic customers, managing a hybrid onshore-offshore team.
• Identify & Prioritize Use Cases: Collaborate with client executives and Jade’s industry units to define high-impact AI applications that drive productivity, automation, and revenue growth.
• Develop Business Cases: Build robust ROI models, strategic roadmaps, and justifications for AI investment tailored to client objectives.
• Trusted Advisor: Engage directly with CXOs, VPs, and senior stakeholders to guide their AI strategy and innovation roadmap.
• Bridge Strategy & Delivery: Partner with Jade’s technical service lines (Data & Analytics, Enterprise Apps, Cloud, etc.) to translate strategy into actionable implementation plans and SOWs.

• Practice Development & Go-To-Market Enablement
• Define AI Offerings: Create and formalize Jade’s AI Advisory service offerings, frameworks, and engagement models.
• Develop Collateral: Build scalable sales and delivery toolkits — including pitch decks, proposal templates, and case studies.
• Sales Enablement: Support the sales organization with training, client presentations, and deal-shaping expertise.
• Thought Leadership: Partner with marketing to publish whitepapers, lead webinars, and position Jade Global as a leader in AI-first enterprise transformation.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• 10+ years of experience in management consulting, technology advisory, or strategic pre-sales roles.
• Proven track record leading discovery workshops, executive strategy sessions, and short-term AI/innovation assessments.
• Strong business acumen with expertise in ROI modeling, business case creation, and strategic storytelling.
• Solid understanding of AI/ML concepts, Generative AI applications (LLMs), and real-world business use cases.
• Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with experience engaging senior leadership.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing small, cross-functional consulting or delivery teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% across the U.S.

Preferred

• MBA or advanced degree in business, technology, or a related field.
• Prior experience in defining service offerings or go-to-market strategies within IT services or consulting.
• Exposure to industries such as Hi-Tech, Manufacturing, Healthcare & Life Sciences, or Financial Services.
• Familiarity with major cloud AI platforms — Azure AI, Google Vertex AI, AWS AI.
• Hands-on experience in data analytics, automation, or AI implementation consulting.

Why Join Jade Global

At Jade Global, you’ll be part of a fast-growing digital transformation company driving innovation through AI and emerging technologies. You’ll have the opportunity to shape how global enterprises adopt AI responsibly and effectively — from concept to implementation.