Director of AI/ML Engineering

OverviewDirector of AI/ML Engineering at Collectors. Lead the AI/ML team and coordinate with Operations, Product, Analytics, and other Engineering teams to drive the long-term technical vision for AI and Machine Learning across internal systems and customer-facing products.Our AI/ML team is building tools to enhance a digital and physical Collectors ecosystem. We work on cutting-edge projects including LLMs, agentic flows, computer vision, advanced predictive algorithms, and high-throughput/low-latency APIs. This role reports to the VP of Data and AI/ML and may involve remote or hybrid work with onsite expectations discussed during recruiting.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the VP of Data and senior leaders to shape and drive the long-term technical vision for AI/ML at Collectors, spanning internal systems and customer-facing products.Manage and scale the AI/ML team, building a world-class organization focused on innovation, productivity, and employee retention.Work with other development leaders to create comprehensive, cross-product solutions.Partner with Product, Operations, Analytics, and other cross-functional teams to identify high-impact technology opportunities that accelerate product and user experience.Provide coaching, mentoring, and development support to team members.Drive workflow development and improve processes for scale.Oversee all phases of the ML lifecycle: data acquisition, feature engineering, model training, deployment, and ongoing improvement.Stay abreast of AI/ML research and translate insights into practical solutions.Who You Are3+ years as a senior engineering manager or Director of engineering, managing a medium to large engineering team or a small to medium AI/ML team in a high-growth environment.5+ years of Data Science, Software Engineering, and/or Machine Learning experience building complex projects.Ability to translate strategy into execution; ability to define objectives and implement supporting processes and systems.Forward-thinking with experience in productionizing LLMs, Agentic Flows, or Computer Vision.Experience coaching and supporting managers and engineers with empathy and candor across teams.Proficient with Python for AI/ML and with deployment frameworks and processes for ML algorithms.Strong collaborative engineering experience with Agile methodologies, code reviews, linting, CI, and cloud-based deployments.Willingness to learn, take feedback, and continuously improve.Excellent communication skills.Salary and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $195,000 - $275,000. Actual compensation varies by location, level, experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation; please ask your recruiter for details.Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision for full-time employees401(K) Matching PlanFlexible paid vacationNine company-paid holidaysEmployee discounts on select grading servicesFlexible hours to accommodate needsFun working environment with team events and celebrationsEEO and How to ApplyWe are an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodations to apply or interview due to disability or special need, please email . U.S. residents: see our Privacy Notice for U.S. Applicants. If you are based in California, see information for California residents. Collectors uses E-Verify to validate work authorization. If you suspect fraud, contact . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17