Assistant Vice President, Cognitive Engineering ...

OverviewYou can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Cognitive Engineering is a senior leader within the Enterprise Data and Information Management (EDIM) organization, responsible for shaping and executing Navy Federal Credit Union's enterprise strategy for data science, advanced analytics, and applied artificial intelligence (AI). This key role leads the AI Center for Enablement, driving innovation, operational excellence, and the development of scalable AI capabilities. AVP plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of AI-as-a-service, enabling business units to harness AI technologies effectively and realize measurable value from AI collaboration with business stakeholders, technology partners, and cross-functional teams, the AVP oversees the design and implementation of an enterprise AI platform, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and governance standards. This leader brings deep expertise in cognitive technologies"”such as Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI and Agentic AI"”and is responsible for identifying emerging trends, guiding technology adoption, and transitioning AI solutions from incubation to enterprise-wide deployment. The AVP serves as a catalyst for innovation, talent development, and cross-functional collaboration across the organization.ResponsibilitiesDefine and lead the strategic vision for Cognitive AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Machine Learning capabilities, ensuring alignment with NFCU's enterprise goals and transformation initiativesProvide executive oversight for the AI Center for Enablement, ensuring its services, platforms, and talent strategy drive enterprise-wide AI adoption, innovation, and measurable business valueOversee the development and enterprise-scale implementation of AI platforms, including the AI Foundational Platform, in collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, and external technology partnersPartners with senior leaders across business and IT to identify high-impact AI use cases, shape technology roadmaps, and accelerate the transition of AI solutions from incubation to productionChampion the establishment of governance frameworks that ensure the ethical, secure, and explainable use of AI technologies, working closely with Model Risk Management, Cybersecurity, and the AI Working GroupLead the evaluation and infusion of emerging technologies in Cognitive Sciences, LLMs, NLP, Generative AI and Agentic AI through structured research, prototyping, and enterprise roadmap developmentBuild and maintain strategic partnerships with leading AI vendors, cloud providers, and consulting firms to accelerate capability development and deliver tangible outcomes for members and internal stakeholdersAccelerate use of AI capabilities and toolset across the enterprise delivering productivity and driving process efficiencies for the workforceDeliver the AI Literacy program across all organization levels in collaboration with industry partners and the Talent Development teamDevelop and scale high-performing AI Engineering and Operations teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and cross-functional collaborationEstablish enterprise-level success metrics for AI initiatives, ensuring measurable impact, high adoption, and alignment with EDIM and enterprise architecture standardsEnable federated AI development by supporting communities of practice and democratizing access to AI tools and services, driving process efficiencies and innovation across the organizationDrive execution excellence by overseeing project planning, resource allocation, and budget management for AI initiatives. Apply Scaled Agile principles to ensure timely delivery, iterative value realization, and alignment with enterprise prioritiesQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related technical field- advanced degree preferred15+ years of progressive experience in AI, Data Science and Advanced Analytics including leadership of enterprise-scale Generative and Agentic AI initiatives in complex, multi-functional environmentsProven track record in designing, deploying, and scaling AI solutions"”including LLMs, Agentic AI, and prompt engineering"”within cloud-native, production-grade environmentsDeep expertise in AI platforms and technologies, including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and operationalizing AI infrastructure such as Model Garden and Control PlaneDemonstrated ability to align AI strategy with enterprise transformation goals, delivering measurable business value through innovation, automation, and productivity accelerationStrong background in cloud architecture, system design, and building scalable, secure, and resilient AI platforms in service-oriented environmentsExperience in delivering AI augmented capabilities to generate productivity and process efficiencies (Github, CoPilot, IBM Watsonx, or similar)Demonstrated ability to drive an AI Literacy program covering stakeholders at all levels in the organization by tailoring and evolving the curriculum relevantlyExperience leading high-performing AI Engineering and Operations teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, agile delivery, and technical excellenceExtensive experience with AIOps practices including MLOps, building and managing end-to-end AI pipelines, implementing observability frameworks, monitoring model performance in production, managing incidents, and applying automated remediation techniques to ensure reliability, scalability, and compliance of AI systemsPractical experience applying Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Agile delivery principles to manage complex AI programs, budgets, and cross-functional executionExceptional communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into strategic insights for technical and non-technical stakeholdersDesired QualificationsMaster's or Ph.D. in computer science, Data Science, Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics or related technical fieldKnowledge of Navy Federal Credit Union instructions, standards, and proceduresExpert knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and proceduresExperience leading an AI Center for EnablementExpert knowledge of banking/financial industry trends, products, and servicesExperience building and supporting Enterprise grade APIsHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PMLocation: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180About UsNavy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.• Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2024• Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT• Forbes 2025 America's Best Large Employers• Forbes 2024 America's Best Employers for New Grads• Forbes 2024 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers• Fortune Best Workplaces for MillennialsTM 2024• Fortune Best Workplaces for Women TM 2024• Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2025• Military Times 2024 Best for Vets Employers• Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces• 2024 PEOPLE Companies That Care• Ripplematch Recruiting Choice Award• Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship ProgramsFrom Fortune. 2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market positionBank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Created: 2025-10-01