Ai Practice Lead | Hybrid | Medellin

Who You Are You excel by finding daily opportunities to grow at the same pace as the technological solutions we are developing & providing. You are someone who loves working in a multi-cultural environment, serving our clients and our teams, and sees feedback as an opportunity to learn and grow. You care about the well-being and growth of others and yourself. If you want to help grow a mission-driven company while we earn our client's trust, help our Latin America talent reach its full potential to serve the largest brands in the world, and have a major impact on a company's future, this is an ideal role. Who We Are MAS means More in Spanish, so MAS Global's name reflects our mission to create education opportunities for women and Latinos in tech, just like the scholarship ANDI- EAFIT that made our Latina Founder's story possible, from a low-income neighborhood in Medellin to becoming top 100 Hispanic in Tech in the US. Based in Tampa, Florida with a strong presence in Colombia, Argentina, and across LATAM, we give our clients in North America access to onshore and nearshore tech talent, to build digital pods or deliver projects to help drive innovation, from Full Stack Software Engineering and Digital/Cloud Modernization to a growing practice on Data Engineering and AI. Our future is bright, enabled by a diverse group of experts representing 10 nationalities, fresh talent like you, and a solid foundation on decade-long proven results with recognized corporations like Johnson Controls, JPMorgan Chase, and Dell. MAS is a 100% Hispanic and women owned company and has been recognized with many awards and certifications, like A Great Place to Work and fastest growing company in the US. Overview: As the Practice Lead for Artificial Intelligence at MAS Global, you will play a critical role in defining and steering the strategic direction of our AI initiatives. This position requires a blend of technical and commercial acumen, focusing on developing our practice and offerings. You will lead a talented team of AI engineers and data scientists, shaping our technology strategy and collaborating with Delivery Teams to deliver innovative AI solutions that meet and exceed client expectations. In this role, you will be instrumental in attracting and retaining top talent in the AI space, leveraging your deep technical expertise and strong people management skills. You will engage directly with clients, having already participated in presales work and feeling comfortable talking to executives. Your ability to command thought leadership during events and workshops with C-suite or senior leaders at large corporations is crucial, as are your excellent communication skills and executive presence. You will also be hands-on, providing direction to your team while engaging in projects as a contributor to AI innovation, demos, training, accelerators, and client projects. Your passion for building teams, interviewing, and finding the right talent will be essential as we grow the practice. Furthermore, you will enjoy developing people and facilitating reskilling and upskilling initiatives as part of our MAS Academy. Organizing events to grow MAS talent and enhance our market brand will also be a key focus. Technical Leadership & Expertise: Define and drive the AI strategy within the overall technology framework to ensure alignment with company goals. Act as the strategic technical authority for AI in both internal and external contexts, enabling and accelerating growth for both MAS Global and our clients. Support the Pre-Sales process by providing AI-driven solutions for RFPs, estimates, and establishing credibility in front of clients. Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in AI to keep our projects cutting-edge. Maintain a thorough understanding of our technology stack, offering technical guidance to the team and ensuring adherence to best practices and development standards. Troubleshoot complex technical issues and recommend necessary changes or solutions. Advise Sales and Delivery Teams on optimal team composition for AI engagements and address any performance-related issues. Talent & Team Management: Serve as the AI Lead, focusing on organizational capability development, team growth, engagement, and people management. Collaborate closely with the recruitment team to establish frameworks for candidate assessment, develop scorecards, and provide guidance for interviews specific to AI roles. Create and maintain a pool of qualified interviewers to ensure a thorough and effective hiring process. Lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team of AI engineers and data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Ensure technical excellence within our teams through a high-quality assessment process aligned with client needs. Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and oversee performance evaluations. Collaborate with the Talent team on engagement and retention strategies. Lead training and certification programs, including upskilling initiatives, leveraging our MAS Academy program. You Have: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering). Proven experience in leading an AI or data science department, successfully collaborating with delivery and other internal teams. Excellent team management and leadership skills, with a track record of inspiring and developing technical talent. Experience managing and growing teams of 20+ is preferred. Strong technical expertise in AI frameworks, machine learning, deep learning, and relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, R). Familiarity with methodologies/frameworks such as Agile, Waterfall, and PMP. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and key client stakeholders. Ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences clearly and effectively. A strategic mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. Advanced English proficiency (C Level). Our Values At MAS, we believe in the power of " MORE. " This belief is the foundation of our core values, guiding our actions and driving our commitment to excellence, accountability, collaboration, and growth. Client Value Obsession: We strive for MORE in every client interaction, delivering the highest levels of excellence by proactively understanding and addressing our clients' needs. Driven by Action and Accountability: We embody MORE by upholding the highest standards of reliability and commitment. One Team One Voice: We foster a culture of MORE through collaboration and inclusivity. We value diverse perspectives, support, and improve each other, and commit to decisions as a unified team. Growth Mindset: We embrace MORE by thriving on change and innovation. Our commitment to continuous learning and personal development, valuing constructive feedback, and focusing on growth opportunities ensures that we remain resilient and forward-thinking. At MAS Global, people from diverse backgrounds come together to make an impact and be their authentic selves. MAS Global is a woman-owned business. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We are committed to the accessibility needs of applicants and employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should inform their recruiting contact upon initial connection. #J-18808-Ljbffr