Mohawk Industries Inc

Director Artificial Intelligence

Mohawk Industries Inc • $150K — $180K *
Calhoun, GA 30701In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 6-8 years relevant experience in AI, GenAI, or ML fields.
  • 1-3 years of management experience leading technical teams.
  • Proficient in assessing technical feasibility and technology alignment across platforms.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, data management, and AI security practices.

Responsibilities

  • Review AI use cases for technical feasibility and best-fit solutions.
  • Identify shared cloud and AI platform needs for use cases and engage relevant teams.
  • Ensure AI initiatives adhere to enterprise architecture and security standards.
  • Promote reuse of AI platforms and tools to enhance scalability and reduce redundancy.
  • Lead and manage a team of AI experts in executing AI initiatives across fusion teams.

Benefits

  • Development opportunities in AI implementation and governance practices.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Access to shared corporate AI platforms and resources.
  • Flexibility to influence and guide AI strategy across the enterprise.
  • Support for professional growth and skill enhancement in cutting-edge AI technologies.
Full Job Description
The Director Artificial Intelligence enables enterprise AI value by assessing the technical feasibility, architecture, and delivery approach for AI use cases submitted by business and IT leaders. As the technology counterpart to the Business AI Liaison, this role evaluates best-fit technology, identifies when shared cloud or Corporate AI Platform capabilities are required, and ensures solutions align with enterprise architecture, data, and security standards.

As a technical domain expert, the Director Artificial Intelligence promotes the reuse of shared platforms, tools, and components; coaches teams on responsible AI implementation; and helps bridge AI, GenAI, and ML skill gaps across the organization. In partnership with the Business AI Liaison, this role determines when initiatives require AI Innovation Board review for risk, funding, or strategic alignment.

The Director Artificial Intelligence also partners with delivery fusion teams to support the successful execution of prioritized AI initiatives, ensuring solutions align with expected business value, enterprise standards, and adoption goals. This role leads a team of AI experts deployed into delivery fusion teams, providing the technical talent, direction, and development needed to execute prioritized AI initiatives.

What you9ll do

  • Review AI use cases submitted through the enterprise AI intake process by IT Business Relationship Managers and business leaders, assessing technical feasibility, best-fit technology, solution options, and level of effort.
  • Identify when use cases require shared cloud, data, or Corporate AI Platform capabilities and engage the AI Platform Team accordingly.
  • Ensure AI solutions align with enterprise AI strategy, architecture, data management, security, integration standards, and the adoption roadmap.
  • Promote the reuse of shared AI platforms, APIs, models, components, tools, and data assets to prevent duplication of effort and improve scalability.
  • Partner with the Business AI Liaison to determine fusion team composition, including required engineering, data, ML, QA, and security capabilities.
  • Lead, develop, and manage a team of AI experts and AI solution engineers assigned to delivery fusion teams to build and deploy prioritized AI initiatives.
  • Allocate and balance AI team capacity across fusion teams and initiatives while establishing technical direction, quality standards, and development priorities for the team.
  • Coach and mentor product, platform, and engineering teams on responsible AI implementation, secure patterns, and delivery best practices.
  • Identify AI, GenAI, and ML skill gaps across technology teams and support enablement through guidance, learning pathways, knowledge sharing, and collaboration models.
  • Evaluate AI use cases for technical risk, data sensitivity, and architectural significance, partnering with the Business AI Liaison to determine when escalation to the AI Innovation Board is required.
  • Support AI governance, funding discussions, and approval processes while minimizing unnecessary friction and delivery bottlenecks.
  • Develop and maintain technical best practices, reference architectures, standards, procedures, quality objectives, and lessons learned.
  • Partner with delivery fusion teams to oversee the successful execution of prioritized AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with intended outcomes, timelines, enterprise standards, and value realization.
  • Serve as an enterprise advocate for scalable, secure, ethical, and value-driven AI enablement.
  • Monitor initiative progress and proactively address technical issues, risks, or challenges that may arise.
  • Perform other duties as needed.


What you have

  • Bachelor9s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • 6-8 years relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • 1-3 years of management experience.


What you9re good at

  • Specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in your job discipline or field.
  • Strong AI, GenAI, and ML technical literacy, with working knowledge of enterprise architecture, data management, integration, and AI security and privacy practices.
  • Assessing technical feasibility and best-fit technology across cloud, data, and application platforms, and identifying and helping close AI skill gaps through enablement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
  • Influencing cross-functional partners and guiding outcomes without formal authority in a matrixed organization.
  • Collaborating effectively with the Business AI Liaison, Corporate AI Platform Team, and delivery fusion teams to ensure prioritized AI initiatives are successfully executed and deliver intended outcomes.
  • Building, developing, and retaining technical AI talent, and leading teams that deliver within cross-functional fusion team models.
  • Leading change with a focus on adoption, value realization, and sustainable business impact.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences.
  • Multitasking, prioritizing, delegating, and managing time effectively.
  • High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Suite of products.
  • Flexibility, adaptability to change, teamwork, and the ability to handle multiple projects at once.
  • High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.


What else?

  • This employee will be responsible for direct reports, leading a team of AI experts deployed into delivery fusion teams.
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About Mohawk Industries Inc

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone, luxury vinyl tile and sheet vinyl. Their industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate their brands in the marketplace and satisfy all flooring related remodeling and new construction requirements. Their brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Bigelow, Daltile, Durkan, Karastan, Kerama Marazzi, Lees, Marazzi, Mohawk, Pergo, Quick-Step and Unilin. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at Mohawk Industries Inc, a global leader in innovative flooring solutions, where your career growth is as important as the superior products we deliver. At Mohawk, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional development and personal growth within a culture that values diversity, innovation, and leadership.

Explore a World of Opportunities

At Mohawk Industries Inc, we are constantly expanding our horizons, seeking skilled, curious, and passionate team players ready to lead in the flooring industry. With a variety of positions available, from manufacturing to marketing, Mohawk offers a unique chance to develop your career in numerous directions.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with Mohawk’s dynamic internship programs. These opportunities are designed to give you hands-on experience, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge in real-world scenarios, enhance your skills, and build your professional network. Internships at Mohawk are the stepping stones to full-time employment and offer a deep insight into our company culture and operations.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is at the core of our hiring philosophy. Mohawk Industries Inc believes that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Our diversity training ensures that everyone, from leadership to new hires, understands and appreciates the value of a diverse team.

Benefits and Growth

Choosing a career at Mohawk Industries Inc means you are opting for a path filled with rewarding benefits and opportunities for growth. We support our employees with competitive benefits packages, leadership training programs, and promotion from within policies that help you reach your potential. Our commitment to your growth is paralleled by our dedication to innovation in the flooring industry.

Join Our Team

Are you ready to advance your career at Mohawk Industries Inc? Explore the job opportunities and open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to contribute to our team’s success. Apply today, and let Mohawk help you achieve your professional goals.

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Keep up to date with the latest at Mohawk Industries Inc by following our careers blog. Gain insider perspectives, industry-leading insights, and practical tips to enhance your employment journey. From crafting the perfect resume to acing your interview, our blog is a resource for aspiring professionals eager to excel.

Networking and Professional Development

At Mohawk, we understand the importance of networking and continuous professional development. Our employees enjoy access to industry events, training sessions, and seminars that enhance their job skills and career prospects.

Career Opportunities Await

With Mohawk Industries Inc, your career aspirations can take shape. Personalize your job search and receive alerts for new openings that align with your career preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Mohawk, and be part of a company that’s leading the way in the flooring industry.

Apply Now

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of a leading team. Check out the latest job openings at Mohawk Industries Inc and submit your application today. Join us in shaping the future of flooring through innovation, diversity, and leadership. Your future at Mohawk Industries Inc starts here!
Learn more about Mohawk Industries Inc
Size
43,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$515.6 million
Founded
1878
5 Year Trend
+4.6%
Revenue
$9.5 billion
NASDAQ
MHK
* Ladders Estimates

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