Vice President of AI Integration and Automation

Anime Universe; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Anime Universe seeks a Vice President of AI Integration and Automation to lead cutting-edge AI projects in a pioneering remote environment. This unique role emphasizes entrepreneurial spirit, technical leadership, and innovative deployment of AI technologies, along with strategic team management. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming interactive storytelling through robust AI solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in tech leadership roles.
• Experience with AI and automation integration.
• Expertise in cloud platforms and CI/CD tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI integration strategy from R&D to production.
• Drive automation to enhance user experiences.
• Build and mentor a high-performing AI integration team.

Skills

Leadership

AI Integration

Automation

Collaboration

Education

Master’s in CS, AI, or Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

K8s

Docker

Job description

Vice President of AI Integration and Automation

– Equity Partner -

Location: Remote

Jurisdiction: Global

Minimum commitment: 20 hours per week

Department: Tech Core - Leadership

Reports To: CEO

What You Put In Is What You Get Out

This is not a job. It’s a stake.

A rare entrepreneurial opportunity to create something legendary from the ground up—and we want you in the room.

Minimum commitment: 20 hours/week. If that’s not realistic for you, this isn’t the right fit. No hard feelings—we respect clarity.

We are offering an equity partner role, not a traditional salaried position. That means:

• No upfront cash compensation
• Equity (shares) plus potential future token-based rewards (pending legal clearance)
• Future salary unlocked by revenue milestones
• Remote-first, async-friendly, autonomy-heavy global team

Why Join Anime Universe?

Forget the rulebook—we’re too busy writing history.

At Anime Universe, we’re not following a playbook but writing it from scratch. As VP of AI Integration and Automation, you’ll lead the real-world application of cutting-edge AI across a fast-moving, no-template, no-limits entertainment company. You’ll collaborate with boundary-pushers and culture-shapers to build the tools, systems, and magic behind the next generation of interactive storytelling.

This role is for bold builders who don’t just want a seat at the table—they want to help design the damn thing.

Role Overview

As the Vice President of AI Integration and Automation, you will lead the integration, automation, and operational implementation of AI technologies developed by our R&D Core. Your role bridges the gap between AI innovation and practical deployment, ensuring seamless integration across Anime Universe’s platforms and products. You will drive efficiency, scalability, and reliability through advanced automation, enhancing our user experiences globally.

What You'll Own

Strategic Leadership:

• Drive the AI integration strategy from R&D to production
• Build automation roadmaps that boost efficiency and scale

Operational Execution:

• Oversee deployment, monitoring, and optimization of AI systems
• Ensure performance, reliability, and lifecycle management

Collaboration & Communication:

• Bridge R&D and engineering for seamless integration
• Keep leadership aligned with clear updates and insights

Team Building:

• Hire, mentor, and lead a high-performing AI integration team
• Foster ongoing learning and technical excellence

Innovation:

• Scout emerging tools and tech to stay ahead of the curve
• Champion AI-powered automation to transform workflows

What You Bring to the Table

Leadership & AI Know-How:

• You’ve led teams at the intersection of AI, automation, and infrastructure—turning bold ideas into scalable systems. You know how to take models from the lab to the real world, and make them stick.

Technical Chops:

• Fluent in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), CI/CD, containers (K8s, Docker), and automation tools. You speak both code and infrastructure fluently.

Collaboration Skills:

• You translate complex technical ideas for any audience and thrive in cross-functional environments where clarity is key.

Seasoned Perspective:

• With over 10 years in tech leadership roles, you bring experience, foresight, and calm under pressure.

Bonus Points For:

• Industry background in media, gaming, or entertainment
• A Master’s in CS, AI, or Engineering
• Certifications in cloud, AI, or DevOps

How We’ll Know You’re Crushing It

• Fast, stable AI deployments
• High system uptime and performance
• Real productivity gains through automation
• A growing, engaged, high-performing team