Director, AI Strategist

• Serve as the enterprise AI subject matter expert, providing deep technical leadership across AI and data science domains.
• Lead and oversee multiple concurrent AI-driven automation portfolios and programs, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and technical teams.
• Collaborate across enterprise to guide the architecture and delivery of AI-driven technology solutions that support strategic objectives and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support the strategic direction of responsible AI governance by advising on ethical, transparent, and compliant AI practices.

This role creates positive change by advancing sustainable water solutions through AI innovation, helping address the world's most critical water challenges and transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use.

• 10+ years of relevant business experience in a global/international company, with a focus on AI, automation, or agent-based systems.
• Proven experience in AI and machine learning, with a strong understanding of relevant technologies and frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience leading the development and deployment of AI agentic automation solutions (e.g., autonomous agents, RPA, intelligent process automation).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. MBA, MPP, or other business/strategic advanced degree.

The salary range for this position is $175,000 to $300,000 plus bonus. Xylem offers a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, paid Volunteer Program (Xylem Watermark), Employee Resource Groups (ERG), and an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges.