Sr. Director, Engineering – Agentic AI & Service Applications

WEX; Maine; On-site; USD 228,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurances

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA) / Flexing

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

WEX in the United States seeks a Senior Director, Engineering – Agentic AI & Service Applications to lead the strategic transformation of our service tools, bridging Call Center and Implementation with AI-driven platforms and advanced analytics.

You will define SDLC practices for AI workflows, govern Salesforce and other platforms, and mentor a global team of about 60 resources to deliver scalable, data-informed service capabilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technical leadership with a focus on enterprise applications.
• AI & Digital Literacy: experience or training in HR/Service Technology transformation.
• CRM Expertise: Salesforce Service Cloud and advanced HCM/CRM systems.
• Analytical Rigor: strong predictive analytics for decision-making.
• Execution: align resources and meet deadlines for impactful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digital transformation of the Service Applications function with AI-driven tools.
• Oversee Salesforce platform governance and adherence to security regulations.
• Define and enforce modern SDLC practices, CI/CD, and automated testing for AI workflows.
• Collaborate with analytics to forecast service trends and model long-term impact.

Skills

Enterprise applications leadership

AI & service transformation

Salesforce Service Cloud

Analytical rigor

Project execution

Tools

Salesforce Service Cloud

AI platforms / LLM tools

Job description

Senior Director, Engineering – Agentic AI & Service Applications

Overview

The Senior Director, Engineering – Agentic AI & Service Applications will be a transformative leader responsible for bridging the gap between our internal service organizations—including Call Center and Implementation—and the cutting-edge delivery of Agentic AI and software solutions. You will own the strategy for our service application ecosystem, moving beyond traditional workflows to spearhead the transition toward generative AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics.

The successful candidate will lead the digital evolution of our service tools, leveraging Agentic AI Engineering to automate complex interactions, personalize service delivery, and drive data-led decision-making. This is a highly collaborative role, translating the needs of service teams into technical requirements that align with modern Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agentic AI architectural best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Agentic AI Transformation

• AI Strategy & Evolution: Lead the digital transformation of the Service Applications function, identifying and implementing Agentic AI-driven tools for predictive customer support and automated service leveling.
• Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with VPs and leaders across Call Center teams to understand their strategic objectives. Innovation & "Nudge" Technology: Integrate AI-driven "nudge" technology and autonomous agents to help service representatives optimize customer interactions and benefit selections.
• Executive Support: Prepare board-level materials and narratives for the General Managers and executive leadership regarding the future state of AI-driven service.

Technical Oversight & AI Execution

• Agentic AI Engineering: Bring technical rigor to the design and deployment of autonomous agents and LLM-based tools for policy drafting, data analysis, and real-time call center support.
• Platform Governance: Oversee the architecture and governance of the Salesforce platform and AI-specific platforms, ensuring scalability and adherence to federal banking and security regulations.
• Modernized SDLC: Define and enforce modern SDLC practices, including robust testing for AI model performance, CI/CD, and automated testing of Agentic workflows.
• Data-Driven Insights: Partner with analytics teams to use AI to forecast service trends and simulate the long-term impact of architectural changes.

Team Leadership & Digital Literacy

• Upskilling for the Future: Manage and upskill 4 teams totaling about 60 resources globally, fostering a culture of digital literacy and continuous learning in AI technologies.
• X-Functional Collaboration: Partner with TA, HRBPs, and Engineering managers to develop strategies that support talent retention and business goals.
• Execution & Impact: Manage both short- and long-term initiatives in a fast-paced environment to meet critical business objectives.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience: 10+ years in technical leadership with a focus on enterprise applications, preferably in a global/multinational environment.
• AI & Digital Literacy: Proven experience or specialized training in HR/Service Technology transformation, including navigating the "AI for Service" landscape (e.g., LLMs, predictive analytics).
• CRM Expertise: Prefer 5+ years of direct experience with the Salesforce platform (Service Cloud) and proficiency in advanced HCM/CRM systems.
• Analytical Rigor: Expert-level analytical skills with the ability to leverage predictive analytics to inform decision-making.
• Execution: Ability to align resources, meet aggressive deadlines, and drive projects to completion that result in positive organizational impact.

Preferred

• Advanced Systems Knowledge: Proficiency in AI-specific platforms and proprietary AI modeling tools.
• Professional Certifications: Relevant technical certifications or leadership credentials (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, Salesforce Architect).
• Strategic Thinking: Track record of developing and executing innovative strategies that drive business results and customer well-being.

The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the "About Us" section.

Pay Range: $227,700.00 - $252,400.00