Technical Engagement Director (AI)

TL;DR

Technical Engagement Director (AI): Supporting programs for a Defense client, leading technical engagements for an AI platform to ensure client value from onboarding to long-term enablement. Focus on translating complex business problems into AI solutions, managing end-to-end delivery of engagements, and guiding integration with security and compliance.

Location: Hybrid role, requiring on-site work 2–3 days per week at offices located in the greater Washington, D.C. and Reston, VA area.

Salary: Annual salary ranges from $195,000 - $252,000 USD.

Company

hirify.global makes AI work through an end-to-end AI platform that structures data, automates workflows, and integrates human expertise, serving over 80% of top AI companies.

What you will do

• Act as the primary technical liaison, translating client needs and complex business problems into clear, measurable, AI-enabled solutions.
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of simultaneous technical engagements, managing project progress, risks, and dependencies.
• Guide enterprise clients through the integration of the AI platform with their data and systems, ensuring adherence to relevant security and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating workshops, training, and onboarding.
• Document and share best practices, reusable solutions, and integration playbooks.
• Identify and advocate for product enhancements and new use cases based on client feedback.

Requirements

• Active U.S. Department of War Secret Clearance or higher.
• 10+ years in customer-facing roles, such as customer success, project management, or consulting.
• Experience in defense, intelligence, or other regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, finance) using AI/ML.
• Experience managing external and internal stakeholders in the defense industry or public sector, with an emphasis on SaaS, AI, or data-driven solutions.
• Ability to work on-site 2–3 days per week at offices located in the greater Washington, D.C. and Reston, VA area.
• General understanding of AI/ML concepts, including data workflows and model development.

Nice to have

• Prior military experience.
• Knowledge of Responsible AI, model governance, or explainability tools.
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified ML Specialty, GCP Professional Data Engineer).
• Project management certification (PMP, CSM) or Agile delivery experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to fair and competitive pay that reflects market conditions and individual value, with compensation adjusted for regional differences.
• Bonuses and equity included in offers above entry level.
• Opportunity to build, innovate, and shape the future at the intersection of advanced AI and human ingenuity.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with significant challenges and unmatched growth potential.

Hiring process

• Your Invisible Talent Acquisition Partner will confirm the applicable pay tier during the interview process.
• Additional details on total compensation and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.
• The hiring team thoughtfully uses AI to support an efficient, engaging, and inclusive interview process.
• Automated decision-making technologies may be used to filter candidates based on application responses.