Head Of Ai Software Development

Summary

Join Devtech as the Head of AI Software Development and guide the technical vision and strategy converging AI, Machine Learning, and mainstream software development. This senior leadership role drives the evolution of Devtech’s digital services, integrating AI technologies across the software development lifecycle. You will oversee cross-functional teams, lead the strategic use of AI for enhanced scalability and efficiency, and steer the organization towards AI-driven solutions. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, along with extensive experience in AI technologies and software development. You will also be responsible for managing project margins and contributing to the department's P&L. Devtech offers a comprehensive benefits package including development programs, referral bonuses, health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and a mental health program.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in a senior technology leadership role, within the technology consulting or software services sector
• Extensive experience leading large-scale engineering, AI, and QA teams and leading technical leaders. Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills, with a focus on team development and performance management
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, technical roadmap development, and overseeing cross-functional projects from concept to delivery
• Expertise in AI technologies, machine learning frameworks, and data-driven solutions, with a strong understanding of modern software development practices and methodologies
• Experience in managing project margins, contributing to P&L, and optimizing resource allocation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across the organization and lead complex client engagements
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Responsibilities

• Lead the AI software development direction, by defining and executing a cohesive strategy that integrates AI with traditional SDLC. Ensure alignment with Devtech’s mission and business objectives, leveraging AI to unlock new possibilities in solution delivery, automation, and efficiency
• Be a driving force behind AI-driven innovation, spearheading initiatives that apply AI and machine learning to enhance all phases of the software development lifecycle. Introduce new AI technologies to optimize automated testing, code generation, performance monitoring, and deployment, positioning Devtech at the cutting edge of technological advancements
• Set and execute Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) that focus on ensuring Devtech’s leadership in AI-enhanced solutions while achieving practical, business-oriented outcomes
• Build and lead cross-functional technical teams by overseeing hiring, onboarding, and management of AI Engineers, Software Engineers and Architects, Data Scientists, DevOps Engineers, and QA Engineers, fostering collaboration across teams. Provide mentorship to technical leaders and build career development paths
• Establish and roll-out AI-driven technical and engineering standards across the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Ensure teams adopt the latest methodologies, tools, and best practices, emphasizing scalability, security, reliability, and productivity improvements
• Develop, track and meet KPIs to measure and improve team performance, delivery success and technical excellence
• Partner with delivery, sales, product, and account management teams to develop AI-infused technical strategies that meet client needs. Lead engagements that help clients adopt and transform their business with AI-powered solutions, positioning Devtech as a thought leader in AI-driven digital transformation
• Ensure end-to-end technical execution of commercial engagements, ensuring it’s in line with clients’ business objectives, agreed requirements, and technical standards. Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring that performance, scalability, reliability, and compliance requirements are effectively met
• Build strong relationships with key client’s stakeholders, acting as the technical authority on strategic accounts. Communicate complex technical concepts in clear, actionable terms to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and successful project outcomes
• Oversee project margins and contribute to the department's P&L, ensuring financial health projects
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Account Management, Architecture and other cross-functional teams to contribute to presales, upselling cycles, and proposal creation
• Establish and lead a Community of Practice that focuses on AI-Enabled software engineering. Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation
• Serve as an internal and external thought leader on AI-driven software development. Represent the company at industry events, contribute to AI-focused publications, and support go-to-market strategies through speaking engagements and content creation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in fintech, cybersecurity, or other technology-driven industries preferred

Benefits

• Development program (training & conferences, internal knowledge sharing)
• Outstanding referral bonuses
• Private health insurance and 100% paid sick leave
• 25 days of vacation
• Paternity leave – 15 days for new dads
• Reduced working hours for the first month after returning from maternity
• Mental health program