This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director- Applied AI & Machine Learning (SME) based in United States.

This is a senior, client-facing leadership role focused on shaping and delivering high-impact AI and machine learning solutions on the Microsoft platform.
You will act as a trusted technical advisor, translating complex business challenges into compelling Data & AI architectures and measurable outcomes.
The role combines strategic consulting, solution architecture, pre-sales leadership, and hands-on technical expertise across Azure AI and data technologies.
You will partner closely with sales and account teams to qualify opportunities, influence major deals, and guide engagements from discovery through close.
You will engage directly with technical practitioners and C-suite stakeholders, bringing strong executive presence and architectural depth to critical conversations.
You will also mentor architects and data scientists while helping establish reusable accelerators, reference architectures, and delivery playbooks.
This is an opportunity to influence enterprise AI strategy while working in a collaborative, fast-moving environment centered on innovation and client impact.

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