No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.
Position Summary:
The Sr. Manager of Data Science & AI oversees and coordinates the people, resources, and processes required to build, deploy, and continuously improve machine‑learning models and AI‑powered applications that unlock value for our partners and internal teams. The Sr. Manager operates as a player/coach: remaining hands‑on with code reviews and architectural decisions while cultivating an environment where data scientists and AI engineers thrive. They remove obstacles, champion best practices, and ensure that our AI initiatives align strategically with Pax8’s product roadmap.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Strategically grow, manage, and develop a team highly skilled team of data scientists and AI engineers (e.g., hiring, mentoring, developing, giving performance reviews, giving feedback at weekly 1:1 meetings)
- Lead projects to completion Influence the team and broader organization by providing technical advice during the planning of complex solutions
- Document solutions so that information can be easily disseminated to the Engineering team
- Contribute to projects and software releases Coordinates and manages on-call rotations
Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:
- At least eight (8) years of data science, AI engineering, or software development experience
- At least two (2) years of people management experience
- Passionate about advancements in artificial intelligence
- Solid understanding of machine learning and software engineering principles
- Proven experience building strong identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
- Proven experience developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals
- Ability to paint a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action and proactively anticipate future needs
- Ability to discern the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Proven experience collaborating with international teams and stakeholders
Required Education & Certifications:
- B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience
- Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range of $165,000 to $208,000 or more depending on experience.
Expected Closing Date: 6/25/2025
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- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups
Please take a moment to review our Proprietary Rights and Non-Competition Agreement —this document outlines important information about your rights and responsibilities if you join our team.
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