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Sr Director AI Services

Sr Director AI Services

Right SeatAlexandria, VA, US
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Director AI Services

Role Summary

RightSeat Client is hiring a Senior Director to lead and grow its AI and Emerging Tech Practice. This strategic role reports directly to the CEO and COO / CFO and is ideal for a creative problem solver with deep experience in AI services, business development, and client delivery. The Director will oversee strategic partnerships, manage P&L, and deliver elite AI trust services across national security, global operations, and workforce transformation.

About Our Client

RightSeat Client is a strategic AI consultancy focused on responsible and impactful AI adoption. Their work spans national security, education, and global operations, blending technical innovation with ethical foresight. They partner with government agencies, leading AI labs, Fortune 500 firms, and nonprofits to deliver secure AI models, measurable mission impact, and transformative workforce training.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow the AI and technology business, including strategic planning and business development roadmaps.
  • Manage profit and loss for the AI practice.
  • Build and maintain strategic partnerships and hire top-tier talent.
  • Ensure the successful delivery of existing contracts and follow-on engagements.
  • Lead client engagements focused on AI trust, safety, and risk mitigation.
  • Cultivate deep technical expertise in AI safety and related solutions.
  • Represent RightSeat Client in high-impact engagements across government, academia, and industry.

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for Agency Public Trust clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree + 7 years experience OR Master's degree + 5 years' experience.
  • Minimum 5–6 years of AI experience, including multiple project cycles and 3–4 years of applied AI / ML in production or research environments.
  • Proven experience managing P&L and leading a fast-paced, growing business.
  • Strong business development skills : partnerships, proposals, networking.

    • Exceptional communication skills : executive briefings, slide decks, guidance documents.

  • Self-starter with excellent time management and initiative.
  • Ability to rapidly upskill in technical domains and lead diverse teams.

    • Nice To Have

  • Familiarity with AI safety and national security landscapes.
  • Consulting experience, especially in federal proposal writing.
  • Fluency in the language of top AI firms and mission-driven organizations.

    • Clearance through the U.S. government.

  • Backgrounds from Rand or Apollo are preferred.

    • Why Join Our Client

  • Mission-Driven Innovation : Work at the forefront of ethical AI across national security and global impact.
  • High-Impact Projects : Contribute to red-teaming for major platforms, digitizing underserved languages, and designing AI-enabled workflows.
  • Ethical AI Leadership : Join a principled team focused on transparency, safety, and responsible AI.
  • Growth & Influence : Shape the future of the adoption of AI alongside thought leaders and decision-makers.

    • Our Client's Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive benefits : 401K, health / dental / vision insurance, 20 PTO days, 11 federal holidays.
  • Flexible work schedules and remote-first culture.
  • Shared office space available in Washington, DC area for in-person collaboration.

    • Equal Opportunity

    RightSeat Client is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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