VP, AI Transformation & Enterprise Architecture (AI)

TL;DR

VP, AI Transformation & Enterprise Architecture (AI): Leading the enterprise-wide AI strategy and technology architecture to modernize platforms and scale AI-driven products with an accent on Agentic AI, Generative AI, and complex M&A integrations. Focus on establishing scalable architecture foundations, driving organizational AI adoption, and translating technical innovation into measurable business value.

Location: Must be based in the US

Company

hirify.global is an education technology company providing support and expertise to over 100 universities to grow high-ROI, workforce-focused online degree programs.

What you will do

• Lead and scale AI adoption across all technology teams, establishing engineering best practices and delivery frameworks.
• Define and execute the enterprise-wide AI strategy, partnering with executive leadership to identify and scale high-impact initiatives.
• Oversee the design, development, and lifecycle management of Agentic AI, Generative AI, and intelligent automation solutions.
• Evolve the enterprise architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and growth plans.
• Lead technology due diligence and post-merger integration planning, including systems consolidation and data migration.
• Champion organizational change management and AI literacy to maximize value realization across business units.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including leading large-scale engineering organizations.
• Proven success delivering AI-powered products and platforms in production environments.
• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, and systems integration.
• Significant experience leading technology integration efforts associated with mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale transformations.
• Must be based in the US.

Nice to have

• Background in top-tier management consulting (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Accenture, Deloitte).
• Experience in the Higher Education industry.
• Hands-on experience with Agentic AI architectures, autonomous systems, and multi-agent orchestration frameworks.
• Expertise across modern cloud platforms, data platforms, and enterprise SaaS ecosystems.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact AI-first transformation in a fast-growing organization.
• Collaborative environment partnering closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to increasing access to affordable education for working adults.
• Equal-opportunity employer supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce.