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Vice President, AI and Data

Zip Co

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Original Job Summary

Overview

Zip Co is seeking a visionary Vice President, AI and Data to lead its next wave of innovation. This executive role focuses on scaling intelligent systems and agentic infrastructure to shape the future of fintech, ecommerce, and hybrid workforce operations.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute enterprise-level AI and Data strategy
  • Build and scale agentic operations across systems
  • Architect agentic infrastructure for experimentation and governance
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to align innovation with business goals
  • Establish responsible AI frameworks ensuring security and compliance
  • Lead and develop high performing technical teams

What You Will Bring

Deep technical expertise in AI, Data Engineering and Machine Learning with a proven record in scaling solutions in regulated environments. Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills are essential.

Benefits

  • Flexible working culture
  • Incentive programs and 20 days PTO
  • Generous parental leave and company sponsored insurance
  • Learning and wellness stipend
  • Company-sponsored 401k match

Key skills/competency

  • AI
  • Data
  • Machine Learning
  • Agentic Systems
  • Infrastructure
  • Compliance
  • Cloud
  • Fintech
  • Leadership
  • Strategy

How to Get Hired at Zip Co

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Zip Co's culture: Study mission, values, and recent news.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight AI, data, and leadership skills.
  • Showcase technical projects: Emphasize agentic systems experience.
  • Prepare for executive interviews: Practice strategic communication and influence.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review advanced AI frameworks.
Study cloud-native infrastructure designs.
Practice building data engineering models.
Research agentic system deployments.

Behavioral Questions

Demonstrate leadership in cross-functional teams.
Explain past strategic decision-making.
Discuss handling regulatory challenges.
Illustrate problem-solving under pressure.