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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VP, AI Transformation & Enterprise Architecture - **Company:** Academic Partnerships, LLC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Applications Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Migration, Distributed Systems, Middleware, Interoperability, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Generative AI, Event Driven Architecture, AI Platforms, Kubernetes, Integration Frameworks, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations, Virtual Agents - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9e8722d82c583e70 ## About the Role * 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including leading large-scale engineering organizations. * Proven experience building and scaling software engineering teams and technology organizations. * Demonstrated success delivering AI-powered products and platforms in production environments. * Experience leading enterprise-wide technology transformation initiatives. * Deep expertise in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, and systems integration. * Significant experience managing complex cross-functional programs involving both technical and business stakeholders. * Experience leading technology integration efforts associated with mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale organizational transformations. * Passion for AI-first strategies and leveraging emerging technologies to accelerate business outcomes. * Experience in fast-moving industries and organizations that have technology systems supporting multiple brands within the same ecosystem. Preferred Experience * Background in top-tier management consulting (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Accenture, Deloitte, EY-Parthenon, or similar). * Experience in the Higher Education industry * Hands-on experience with Agentic AI architectures, autonomous systems, multi-agent orchestration frameworks, and Generative AI platforms. * Experience deploying and scaling LLM-based applications and AI-driven automation solutions. * Expertise across modern cloud platforms, data platforms, APIs, integration architectures, and enterprise SaaS ecosystems. * Experience operating within high-growth, rapidly evolving organizations. Technical Expertise * Agentic AI and Generative AI architectures and implementation * Large Language Models (LLMs), RAG, vector databases, and AI orchestration frameworks * AI platform engineering, MLOps, LLMOps, and model lifecycle management * Enterprise architecture and technology governance * Cloud-native application architectures and distributed systems * Data platforms, analytics, and integration architectures * API strategies, event-driven architectures, and middleware platforms * Cybersecurity, compliance, and responsible AI practices Leadership Competencies The successful candidate will demonstrate: * Strategic Vision: Ability to define long-term technology and AI strategy aligned with business objectives. * Executive Influence: Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across the organization. * Builder Mindset: Proven ability to create structure in ambiguous environments and build organizations, processes, and platforms from the ground up. * Transformation Leadership: Experience leading large-scale organizational and technology change initiatives. * Consultative Problem Solving: Ability to navigate complex business challenges and translate strategy into execution. * Operational Excellence: Strong focus on execution, accountability, and measurable outcomes. Entrepreneurial Agility: Thrives in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities and significant white-space opportunities. ## Description Risepoint is poised to transform the organization using technology and an AI-first mindset. We are seeking a visionary and execution-focused VP, AI Transformation and Enterprise Architecture , to lead the next phase of our AI-powered transformation. This executive will be responsible for working with cross functional teams for building and scaling AI-driven products, driving enterprise-wide AI adoption, shaping technology strategy and architecture, and leading complex technology integration initiatives, including post-merger and acquisition (M&A) integrations. This role requires a unique blend of deep engineering leadership, enterprise architecture expertise, AI innovation, and strategic consulting capabilities. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable defining long-term technology strategy, building high-performing engineering organizations, and rolling up their sleeves to solve ambiguous, high-impact business challenges. The VP will partner closely with executive leadership, product, engineering, operations, and business teams to accelerate AI adoption, modernize technology platforms, and establish a scalable architecture foundation for future growth., * Establish engineering best practices, operating models, and delivery frameworks for AI and machine learning initiatives. * Oversee the design, development, deployment, and lifecycle management of Agentic AI, Generative AI, and intelligent automation solutions. * Drive technical excellence in AI application development, model integration, orchestration frameworks, evaluation, observability, and governance. Enterprise AI Transformation & Adoption * Define and execute the enterprise-wide AI strategy, driving the adoption and integration of AI across technology, operations, and business functions. * Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and scale high-impact AI initiatives that improve operational efficiency, customer experience, employee productivity, and business outcomes. * Lead the development and implementation of AI governance, architecture standards, risk management frameworks, and responsible AI practices to ensure scalable and sustainable adoption. * Collaborate across Product, Operations, Marketing, Finance, HR, and other business units to embed AI capabilities into core business processes, workflows, and customer-facing solutions. * Serve as a strategic advisor and thought leader on emerging AI technologies, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value and executive-level recommendations. * Champion organizational change management, workforce enablement, and AI literacy initiatives to accelerate enterprise-wide adoption and maximize value realization., * Own and evolve the company's enterprise architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and growth plans. * Establish architecture principles, standards, and governance processes across applications, data, integrations, infrastructure, and AI platforms. * Create scalable technology roadmaps that support innovation while maintaining operational excellence and security. * Ensure interoperability, scalability, reliability, and maintainability across the enterprise technology landscape., * Lead technology due diligence and integration planning for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. * Develop and execute post-M&A technology integration strategies, including systems consolidation, data migration, application rationalization, and architecture alignment. * Partner with business leaders to accelerate value realization from acquisitions while minimizing operational disruption. * Establish repeatable integration frameworks and playbooks to support future M&A activity. ## Related Videos - [AI PowerPlay: Building High-Impact Teams & Transformative Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1005-ai-powerplay-building-high-impact-teams-transformative-solutions) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [This App Reached 10,000 Users in One Week. 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