Senior Director Artificial Intelligence Scientist

Define, implement, and own the strategic vision for AI and advanced development as it applies to printing, RFID, supplies, sensors, and data capture products, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and product roadmaps. Lead the strategy at the intersection of business and technology, identifying market opportunities where AI can create intelligent, connected, and automated solutions for our customers. Direct a multi-disciplinary team of AI researchers and engineers in the research, design, and deployment of market-differentiating features and capabilities. Champion a culture of innovation and implementation, guiding projects from initial concept and proof-of-concept stages through to successful integration into commercial products. Partner with executive leadership, business unit GMs, product management, and sales to build compelling business cases and ensure market adoption of new AI-driven solutions. Foster a high-performance, collaborative environment that attracts, retains, and develops top-tier talent in the AI and advanced engineering fields. Drive intellectual property creation through patent disclosures and represent the company in relevant industry publications and standards bodies. Act as the company\u0027s lead external evangelist for AI in our core markets, presenting at trade shows, industry conferences, and analyst briefings to establish and grow Zebra\u0027s reputation for innovation. Develop and Execute AI Strategy: This leader is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive AI strategy that aligns with the company\u0027s overall business objectives. They must identify opportunities for AI-driven improvements in both products and internal processes. Lead Cross-Functional Teams: The role requires leading and collaborating with diverse teams, including hardware and software engineering, product management, marketing, and sales, to integrate AI technologies into existing and new products. Drive Innovation and Product Development: A key duty is to drive innovation by staying updated on the latest industry trends and translating business objectives into tangible engineering solutions. Bachelor\u0027s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field. Extensive and equivalent industry experience will be strongly considered in lieu of a Master\u0027s or Ph.D. 15+ years of experience in a technology-focused field, with a proven track record of leading advanced R\u0026D, innovation, or product development teams.