Sr Director - Enterprise Data Transformation AI​/ML; Sunnyvale - Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Develop, drive, and articulate a comprehensive Data Transformation/AI/ML and automation Vision/Strategy aligned with the overall business objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance to business leaders on leveraging Data Transformation/AI/ML and automation to enhance operations and achieve business goals.
• Lead and manage a small but high-performing team of data engineers, machine learning engineers, and automation specialists.
• Oversee the development, testing, and deployment of Data Transformation/AI/ML models and automation solutions.
• Establish and enforce data governance policies by collaborating with Data Management teams to safeguard the quality, accuracy, and security of data used in AI/ML and automation processes while ensuring the data infrastructure supports AI/ML initiatives.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficacy/impact of Data Transformation/AI/ML and automation initiatives while presenting on the progress and outcomes of key projects to executive leadership.
• Ensure that AI/ML and automation practices comply with relevant regulations and ethical standards through staying informed about legal considerations in AI/ML, advocating for responsible and transparent practices.

• 15 or more years of work experience with a bachelor’s degree, or at least 12 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA/ JD/MD) or a minimum of 10 years of work experience with a PhD.
• Master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical models, and data science tools.
• Proven experience in leading AI/ML teams and implementing successful projects.
• Hands‑on experience working on analytical platforms like SAS, R, Python, Azure ML.
• Demonstrated ability to align AI/ML initiatives with business goals.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing AI/ML and automation projects.

The salary range for this role is $210K-$220K. This is the range we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range; this range may be modified in the future.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. Cepheid offers a broad array of competitive benefit programs. For more details, see our benefits portal.

At Cepheid we recognize the benefits of flexible, hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement: part of the time at the Company location, part of the time remotely from home. Additional information regarding hybrid arrangements will be provided during the interview process.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.