Remote AI Data Operations Director

Ladders

United States

Remote

USD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

5 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities
Paid training
Team culture
Diversity & inclusion
Impactful work

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Director, AI Data Operations to join a leading Business Services team. The role shapes strategy and service offerings for AI data ops, building scalable practices across the full AI lifecycle.

Location: Remote (US-based). Compensation: $200,000+ annually. You will partner with senior stakeholders, diagnose operational challenges, and translate client needs into practical solutions while leading client engagements and shaping growth strategies.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of consulting and sales experience in AI or related fields.
  • Proven track record in building and scaling operational practices.
  • Strong understanding of AI/ML data operations and lifecycle.
  • Experience developing client relationships and commercial strategies.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build and define the AI data operations strategy and service portfolio
  • Identify high-value opportunities across the AI lifecycle
  • Develop scalable solutions and operational models
  • Evaluate capability gaps and recommend strategic actions
  • Establish performance indicators and operational standards
  • Engage with senior stakeholders to diagnose operational challenges
  • Lead client discovery sessions and commercial negotiations

Skills

Consulting experience
Sales experience
AI lifecycle understanding
Client relationships
Leadership
Communication skills

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Director, AI Data Operations to join a leading Business Services team. The role shapes strategy and service offerings for AI data ops, building scalable practices across the full AI lifecycle.

Location: Remote (US-based). Compensation: $200,000+ annually. You will partner with senior stakeholders, diagnose operational challenges, and translate client needs into practical solutions while leading client engagements and shaping growth strategies.

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