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Manager AI Strategic Delivery
Omaha, NE, US$109K - $198K/yrPosted 2mo ago
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About the Role
Manager, AI Strategic Delivery
Hiring Manager: CAIO
Recruiter: Jimmy Smith
Work Location: Hybrid
Reports To: CAIO
You will lead a multidisciplinary team of AI Engineers, Data Scientists, and technical specialists, empowering them to deliver responsible, scalable, high quality AI solutions. Partnering closely with the CAIO and business leaders, you will break down complex opportunities, build actionable delivery plans, and guide the organization through meaningful AI driven change.
In this role, you will:
Collaborate with Data Architects, AI Engineers, and Enterprise Architects on AI standards and best practices
Create proof of concepts, prototypes, and reference implementations that influence enterprise AI strategy
Shape the future of WoodmenLife’s AI platforms, governance, and operating model
Lead a team that values innovation, responsible AI, and real business impact
We’re proud of our family like culture where work life balance truly matters. With Friday afternoons off year round, a collaborative environment, and a flexible approach to work, you’ll enjoy a role that values outcomes over hours and empowers you to grow.
General Position Summary
The Manager of AI Strategic Delivery leads a team of AI engineers, data scientists, and technical specialists to deliver artificial intelligence solutions that generate tangible business results. This role transforms the CAIO’s strategy into action through the development, deployment, and adoption of AI capabilities across the enterprise.
You will support WoodmenLife’s multi year transformation—modernizing legacy processes, automating operations, and creating digital first insurance products and experiences. As a leader in this journey, you will help bring AI driven intelligence into the organization while ensuring responsible AI practices, regulatory alignment, and data protection.
Travel: Approx. 5%
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop AI Engineers, AI Interns, and Data Scientists
Partner with business leaders to identify and prioritize impactful AI opportunities
Manage AI solution delivery from ideation through optimization
Ensure solutions meet scalability, reliability, security, and compliance requirements
Translate business needs into AI roadmaps, OKRs, and actionable delivery plans
Drive best practices in MLOps, model governance, responsible AI, and solution quality
Collaborate across IT, Data, Product, EA, and Compliance to ensure successful adoption
Track KPIs to measure the success and impact of AI initiatives
Stay current on AI/ML advancements and identify opportunities to apply them
Evangelize AI solutions and success stories across the organization
Lead the AI Center of Excellence and/or Community of Practice
Coach and mentor stakeholders on AI concepts and adoption
Daily Responsibilities
Engage with business stakeholders
Support and interface with the AI team
Collaborate on solution architecture and development
Prioritize and groom backlog items
Serve as a champion for AI and organizational transformation
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
6+ years of AI/ML development experience, including 2+ years in leadership
Demonstrated ability to deliver AI solutions with measurable business impact
Strong programming skills (Python, SQL) and experience with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, ML.Net)
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and MLOps practices
Exceptional communication skills—able to translate complex AI concepts into practical business language
Desired Qualifications
Experience growing and leading AI engineering teams
Knowledge of responsible AI, regulatory considerations, and model governance
Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast paced environment
Experience with Azure AI stack and Snowflake
Insurance or financial services industry experience
Technical Tools
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Copilot
Enterprise AI & Data platforms
Key Projects & Initiatives
Business process automation
Developing custom copilots
Enterprise wide data science and AI activation
30/60/90 Day Priorities
Meet and engage with key team members and stakeholders
Develop a full understanding of current AI initiatives and backlog
Learn delivery processes and organizational frameworks
Begin shaping plans for the Community of Practice and Center of Excellence
WoodmenLife offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits package. More information about our benefits can be found at https://www.woodmenlife.org/careers/home-office/benefits/.
As part of WoodmenLife’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check (where required for position), Fingerprint check (where required for position), drug screen and reference checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing the above.
WoodmenLife is welcoming to all regardless of background and beliefs. WoodmenLife respects every associate’s unique perspective and contribution. We are committed to creating an environment that values differences, and creates opportunities for growth, leadership and service. This commitment includes providing equal opportunity in recruitment, employment and promotion, training and community outreach. WoodmenLife is also dedicated to strengthening the communities in which its employees live.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED.
Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society (WoodmenLife) is an equal opportunity employer.
Hiring Manager: CAIO
Recruiter: Jimmy Smith
Work Location: Hybrid
Reports To: CAIO
- Why You’ll Love This Role
You will lead a multidisciplinary team of AI Engineers, Data Scientists, and technical specialists, empowering them to deliver responsible, scalable, high quality AI solutions. Partnering closely with the CAIO and business leaders, you will break down complex opportunities, build actionable delivery plans, and guide the organization through meaningful AI driven change.
In this role, you will:
Collaborate with Data Architects, AI Engineers, and Enterprise Architects on AI standards and best practices
Create proof of concepts, prototypes, and reference implementations that influence enterprise AI strategy
Shape the future of WoodmenLife’s AI platforms, governance, and operating model
Lead a team that values innovation, responsible AI, and real business impact
We’re proud of our family like culture where work life balance truly matters. With Friday afternoons off year round, a collaborative environment, and a flexible approach to work, you’ll enjoy a role that values outcomes over hours and empowers you to grow.
General Position Summary
The Manager of AI Strategic Delivery leads a team of AI engineers, data scientists, and technical specialists to deliver artificial intelligence solutions that generate tangible business results. This role transforms the CAIO’s strategy into action through the development, deployment, and adoption of AI capabilities across the enterprise.
You will support WoodmenLife’s multi year transformation—modernizing legacy processes, automating operations, and creating digital first insurance products and experiences. As a leader in this journey, you will help bring AI driven intelligence into the organization while ensuring responsible AI practices, regulatory alignment, and data protection.
Travel: Approx. 5%
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop AI Engineers, AI Interns, and Data Scientists
Partner with business leaders to identify and prioritize impactful AI opportunities
Manage AI solution delivery from ideation through optimization
Ensure solutions meet scalability, reliability, security, and compliance requirements
Translate business needs into AI roadmaps, OKRs, and actionable delivery plans
Drive best practices in MLOps, model governance, responsible AI, and solution quality
Collaborate across IT, Data, Product, EA, and Compliance to ensure successful adoption
Track KPIs to measure the success and impact of AI initiatives
Stay current on AI/ML advancements and identify opportunities to apply them
Evangelize AI solutions and success stories across the organization
Lead the AI Center of Excellence and/or Community of Practice
Coach and mentor stakeholders on AI concepts and adoption
Daily Responsibilities
Engage with business stakeholders
Support and interface with the AI team
Collaborate on solution architecture and development
Prioritize and groom backlog items
Serve as a champion for AI and organizational transformation
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
6+ years of AI/ML development experience, including 2+ years in leadership
Demonstrated ability to deliver AI solutions with measurable business impact
Strong programming skills (Python, SQL) and experience with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, ML.Net)
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and MLOps practices
Exceptional communication skills—able to translate complex AI concepts into practical business language
Desired Qualifications
Experience growing and leading AI engineering teams
Knowledge of responsible AI, regulatory considerations, and model governance
Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast paced environment
Experience with Azure AI stack and Snowflake
Insurance or financial services industry experience
Technical Tools
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Copilot
Enterprise AI & Data platforms
Key Projects & Initiatives
Business process automation
Developing custom copilots
Enterprise wide data science and AI activation
30/60/90 Day Priorities
Meet and engage with key team members and stakeholders
Develop a full understanding of current AI initiatives and backlog
Learn delivery processes and organizational frameworks
Begin shaping plans for the Community of Practice and Center of Excellence
WoodmenLife offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits package. More information about our benefits can be found at https://www.woodmenlife.org/careers/home-office/benefits/.
As part of WoodmenLife’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check (where required for position), Fingerprint check (where required for position), drug screen and reference checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing the above.
WoodmenLife is welcoming to all regardless of background and beliefs. WoodmenLife respects every associate’s unique perspective and contribution. We are committed to creating an environment that values differences, and creates opportunities for growth, leadership and service. This commitment includes providing equal opportunity in recruitment, employment and promotion, training and community outreach. WoodmenLife is also dedicated to strengthening the communities in which its employees live.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED.
Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society (WoodmenLife) is an equal opportunity employer.
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