AI Mentor
Udacity
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Job Description
About the AI Mentor Role
Udacity, an Accenture company, is dedicated to forging futures in tech through radical talent transformation. We offer immersive online learning in fields like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, and Cloud Computing. As an AI Mentor, you will support learners in our business-focused AI programs, who are typically managers, executives, and senior professionals.
This role focuses on deepening understanding, providing real-world context, and connecting course concepts to actual AI deployment. We are looking for practitioners with production AI experience, able to discuss candidly what works and what fails.
Key Responsibilities
- Reinforce and expand on concepts from Udacity’s AI business leader programs.
- Guide learners through course projects with structured, actionable advice.
- Share practical industry experience on deploying, managing, and scaling AI/ML within organizations.
- Clarify complex AI concepts (e.g., generative models, agentic systems, RAG architectures, model evaluation, governance frameworks) in accessible, business-relevant terms.
- Discuss organizational AI decision-making, including trade-offs, constraints, and implementation challenges.
- Offer grounded perspective on AI's value and potential misapplication.
- Facilitating structured group sessions for professional audiences is a strong plus.
You will engage with learners of varying technical fluency, requiring adaptable explanations and examples.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 5+ years working in AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, or AI Product roles.
- Direct experience deploying AI/ML systems in production environments.
- Familiarity with generative AI (LLMs, RAG, tool use, evaluation) and/or agent-based systems.
- Solid understanding of model evaluation and data quality impact.
- Experience working with business stakeholders or senior leadership.
- Ability to explain technical trade-offs clearly without oversimplifying.
- Strong communication presence and ability to manage group discussions.
Nice To Have
- Experience leading AI initiatives inside an organization.
- Exposure to vendor evaluation or build-vs-buy decisions.
- A background spanning both technical and business responsibility.
- Previous mentoring, coaching, or teaching experience.
Why Udacity?
This independent contractor role offers the chance to gain recognition for your technical knowledge, earn additional income, contribute to a vibrant global student community, and stay updated on cutting-edge technologies. You'll set your own schedule, though specific opportunities may have a set agenda. Successful candidates will complete the Mentorship Nanodegree program for onboarding.
Key Skills/Competency
- AI/ML Deployment
- Generative AI
- LLMs & RAG
- Model Evaluation
- Data Science
- Business Leadership
- Mentorship
- Strategic Planning
- Technical Communication
- Stakeholder Management
How to Get Hired at Udacity
- Research Udacity's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume for Udacity: Highlight experience in AI deployment, machine learning, and mentorship, using keywords from the job description.
- Showcase your AI expertise: Prepare specific examples of your experience with generative AI, LLMs, and production environments.
- Emphasize communication and leadership: Be ready to demonstrate your ability to explain complex concepts and lead discussions with senior professionals.
- Connect with Udacity professionals: Network on LinkedIn to gain insights and potentially learn about internal processes.
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