Manager, Data Platform - AI Engineering
About this role
The Manager, Data Platform - AI Engineering position at Scout Motors is a hands-on technical leadership role based in Charlotte, North Carolina, requiring 4 to 5 days per week in the corporate office. This opportunity suits an experienced engineering leader with a background in data architecture and artificial intelligence who wants to shape the technological future of an iconic automotive brand.
Role Overview
As a hands-on technical leader, this position involves directing and growing a team of Data Engineers and AI Engineers while actively contributing to enterprise data and artificial intelligence solutions. The professional in this role will guide multiple agile teams to create modern data platforms, intelligent agents, and Generative AI applications. Responsibilities include ensuring delivery excellence, maintaining platform scalability, and upholding security, governance, and operational standards.
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About the Company
Scout Motors carries forward the heritage of a legendary American vehicle brand dating back to 1960. The company focuses on electrifying and digitizing rugged SUVs and trucks with American innovation while respecting communities, customers, work, and play. Scout Motors develops both all-electric powertrains and the Harvester range extender powertrain featuring a built-in gas-powered generator.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Scout Motors careers page to submit an application and drive change with the organization.
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Where is the Manager, Data Platform - AI Engineering role located?
The position is based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina. It requires an in-office presence of 4 to 5 days per week with regular in-person meetings.
What is the salary range for this position?
The initial base salary range is $160,000.00 to $192,500.00, and the role is eligible to participate in an annual performance bonus program.
What level of experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have 7 or more years of experience in data engineering, software engineering, AI engineering, or related technical fields, including at least 3 years of experience leading technical and Agile delivery teams.
What specific AI and cloud tools will I be working with?
The role involves working with AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Databricks, LangChain, LangGraph, Pinecone, Open WebUI, n8n, and various Generative AI and Large Language Model frameworks.
What benefits are provided by Scout Motors?
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans, a 401(k) with employer match, generous paid time off, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, and a Corporate Vehicle Program with an assigned vehicle and mobility stipend.
How can I apply for this job?
Applicants can apply directly through the official Scout Motors careers page.