Make your mark. Plante Moran’s technology services team has been awarded Computerworld’s “100 Best Places to Work in IT” for five consecutive years. We are also previous recipients of the InformationWeek IT Excellence award and the CIO 100 award. If you’re seeking professional growth, like being innovative and challenged, and have a desire to work on impactful business technology solutions, we want to hear from you! 

 

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to determine their optimal working environment each day based on team needs.  

The Director of Data Analytics and AI will be responsible for collaboratively leading the firm’s data and AI strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, leveraging technology to drive business value, improve efficiency, and foster data-driven decision-making. This individual will leverage deep technical and business expertise to effectively balance the evolution of existing data and AI platforms and products, while also delivering new and innovative data and AI capabilities.

This role will serve as a member of the Information Technology leadership team, reporting to the CIO, and works collaboratively with a close-knit team of Directors to help shape and execute on our enterprise IT strategy and roadmap, continuously improve IT delivery and operations, and help grow and develop our talented team of IT staff.

Your role. 

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

Lead the evolution of a comprehensive data analytics and AI strategy aligned with our firm's objectives Partner with business and technology leadership to build and execute on the data analytics and AI roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market trends Collaborate with business leaders across the organization to understand needs, deliver insights, and drive business performance improvementsLead high performing data analytics and AI teams - inclusive of strategy, delivery, and data engineering and operations - providing coaching, career development, and fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and growthOversee data governance, data architecture, and data operations, ensuring robust data integration, scalability, reliability, and efficiencyLead and grow our AI engineering and solution capabilities, overseeing the development of GenAI based solutions, machine learning solutions, and advanced analytical frameworks Stay abreast of emerging data and AI technologies, trends, and best practices, and assess their relevance to the organization Develop and maintain partnerships with external vendors, research institutions, and industry associations to help keep the firm on the cutting edge of data and AI 

The qualifications. 

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred - either or both in computer science and/or data science related field 12+ years' experience, with deep knowledge of  both fields of data analytics/BI and AI from both a business and technical domain5+ years of leadership experience, with experience in leading delivery and large cross-functional teams5+ years of leadership experience in delivery and operations of a data warehouse/lake house based solutionsSolid understanding of AI technology, and how to lead AI enabled solution delivery and operationsExperience collaborating with senior leadership to create strategy and roadmaps organized around business outcomesExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills combined with high personal integrityAn ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships at all levels both within and outside the firm, characterized by mutual respect, openness, and trust.

Our difference.  

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities.  At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now. 

 

This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.  

 

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

 

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. 

 

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of candidates that are bilingual in Japanese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.    

 

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive. 

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