AI Mentor (Independent Contractor) - Business Leader Programs

Role Overview

The AI Mentor position at Udacity is an independent contractor role focused on guiding senior professionals, managers, and executives through business-focused artificial intelligence programs. This remote opportunity suits seasoned practitioners who want to share real-world deployment knowledge and help leaders bridge skills gaps. Mentors help students connect core curriculum concepts to practical enterprise implementations rather than focusing solely on academic theory.

Key Responsibilities

Mentors reinforce and build upon the topics taught in Udacity's AI business leader programs. Professionals in this role guide students through structured course projects by offering actionable and practical advice. Instructors share industry insights concerning how artificial intelligence is scaled, managed, and deployed within modern enterprises. Team members clarify difficult topics like generative models, agentic systems, RAG architectures, model evaluation, and governance frameworks using clear business terminology. Additionally, mentors discuss organizational decision-making, covering implementation challenges, operational constraints, and strategic trade-offs while highlighting where technology creates true value.

Requirements

Candidates need a minimum of five years of professional background working directly in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or AI Product positions. Applicants must possess hands-on experience launching AI and machine learning systems into production environments. The role requires familiarity with generative AI concepts such as LLMs, RAG, tool use, evaluation, and agent-based workflows. Candidates should understand model evaluation methods and recognize how data quality influences overall results. Furthermore, applicants need a proven history of collaborating with business stakeholders or executive leadership. Strong communication abilities, group moderation capabilities, and the capacity to explain technical trade-offs without oversimplification are essential.

Nice to Have

Preferred qualifications include direct experience spearheading artificial intelligence initiatives inside an organization. Exposure to vendor assessment processes or build-versus-buy evaluations is considered advantageous. Candidates with hybrid backgrounds combining technical expertise and business accountability stand out. Previous experience coaching, teaching, or mentoring is also welcomed.

Skills and Tools

RAG, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Machine Learning, Data Science, AI Product Management, Model Evaluation, Agent-Based Systems.

Salary and Benefits

Mentors operate independently and establish their own schedules, though specific opportunities follow designated agendas and timelines. Selected candidates receive access to the Mentorship Nanodegree program and must graduate from this program prior to completing onboarding as a Technical Mentor. Compensation varies based on location, role, skill set, and experience level.

About the Company

Udacity operates as an Accenture company on a mission to shape technology futures through radical digital talent transformation. The enterprise digital learning platform provides immersive corporate training across fields like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, and Autonomous Systems. The organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, creative, and inclusive workplace environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the General Information Form if it has not been submitted previously. Please visit the official Udacity careers page to review application details and submit your information.