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Director of AI/Automation

Vaco
$200,000.00 - $225,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Connecticut, New Haven
Oct 06, 2025

Job Title: Director of AI and Automation

About the Role:
We are seeking a senior leader to oversee enterprise-level AI and automation initiatives. This role is responsible for setting strategy, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enable data-driven decision-making. The position requires both technical expertise and business leadership, with a focus on scalable, secure, and ethical AI adoption.

Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute AI and automation strategies aligned with organizational goals.

  • Lead the development, deployment, and integration of AI models, ML algorithms, and automation solutions.

  • Partner with business and technology teams to identify and prioritize automation opportunities.

  • Oversee governance frameworks ensuring security, compliance, and responsible AI practices.

  • Manage evaluation and selection of AI platforms, automation tools, and external partners.

  • Monitor performance metrics, optimize automated processes, and ensure scalability.

  • Build, mentor, and oversee onshore/offshore AI and automation teams.

  • Translate technical capabilities into actionable strategies for business stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in technology, including leadership roles in AI/automation.

  • Strong background in machine learning, cloud-based AI platforms, and enterprise data systems.

  • Proficiency in programming and data analysis (e.g., Python, SQL).

  • Hands-on experience with automation tools such as RPA or workflow platforms.

  • Proven success managing cross-functional teams and large-scale AI initiatives.

  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple initiatives and occasional travel as needed.

Work Environment & Location:

  • Based in the Northeastern U.S. (hybrid/in-office leadership role).

  • Collaborative engagement across technology, operations, and business units.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

  • Professional growth and ongoing development opportunities.

  • Exposure to advanced AI and automation technologies.

  • Inclusive, collaborative work culture.

    Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

  • California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
  • Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
  • Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
  • Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
  • Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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