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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of AI & Technology - **Company:** Gt Automotive, Llc - **Location:** Kansas City, MO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Business Systems, Data Architecture, Mobile Application Software, Python (Programming Language), Proprietary Software, QuickBooks (Software), Power BI, Standard Sql, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Google Cloud, Zapier, Generative AI, Git, Build Management, Gsuite, Virtual Agents, Api Design, Restful APIs, Web Api - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=df4dfcacc83416e3 ## About the Role We're looking for a builder. Someone who loves solving problems, learning new technology, and creating systems that make businesses better., * 5+ years of experience in software development, technology leadership, automation, AI implementation, or systems integration * Strong understanding of APIs and software integrations * Experience building business automation workflows * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Experience creating dashboards and business intelligence solutions * Excellent communication skills * Entrepreneurial mindset * Passion for learning and applying emerging AI technologies Preferred Technical Skills Experience with some of the following: * OpenAI API * Anthropic Claude * Google Gemini * Python * JavaScript or TypeScript * SQL * Power BI * Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud * n8n * Zapier * Make * LangChain * MCP (Model Context Protocol) * Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) * Vector databases * Git * REST APIs Automotive experience is a plus but is not required. ## Description We're looking for an experienced Director of AI & Technology to build and lead the technology foundation of GoodAutos. This is not an IT support position. You won't spend your days fixing printers, resetting passwords, or maintaining office computers. Instead, you'll build the technology that powers our company. You'll work directly with the CEO to identify opportunities where AI, automation, software, and data can improve every aspect of our business. Your mission is to help GoodAutos become the most technology-enabled independent automotive retailer in America. Your Mission Design and build the AI operating system that powers GoodAutos. Every process should become: People + AI + Automation + Data What You'll OwnArtificial Intelligence Lead the company's AI strategy and implementation. Develop AI agents that improve productivity across every department. Examples include: * Sales AI Agents * Customer Engagement AI * Marketing AI * Inventory AI * Buying AI * Recon AI * Accounting AI * HR AI * Finance AI * Collections AI * Executive Assistant AI * Reporting AI Business Systems Integration Connect all company software into one seamless operating platform. Examples include: * DealerCenter * DriveCentric * QuickBooks Online * ShopMonkey * CarWars * vAuto * Dealertrack * 700Credit * Google Workspace * Microsoft 365 * Marketing platforms * Phone systems * Website integrations * Third-party APIs Your goal is one connected ecosystem with no duplicate data entry and real-time information flow. Data & Business Intelligence Create executive dashboards that help leaders make better decisions. Build reporting for: * Sales * Inventory * Finance * Service * Marketing * Customer Experience * Operations * Executive KPIs Create one trusted source of business data. Automation Replace manual work with automation. Examples include: * Lead routing * Inventory updates * Recon workflow * Customer communications * Accounting workflows * Collections * Document generation * Notifications * Internal approvals * Task automation * Reporting Internal Software Development Help build proprietary technology that creates a competitive advantage. Potential projects include: * Inventory Management Platform * Buying Platform * Recon Management System * Executive Dashboard * Customer Portal * Mobile Applications * Internal APIs * AI Agent Platform Responsibilities * Develop and execute the company's AI strategy * Build AI agents that improve business operations * Create and maintain software integrations * Design scalable automation workflows * Build executive dashboards and reporting * Develop data architecture and business intelligence * Evaluate and implement emerging AI technologies * Partner with department leaders to improve efficiency * Manage technology vendors and software partners * Reduce operating expenses through automation * Identify opportunities to eliminate repetitive manual work * Document technology standards and best practices * Help recruit future technology talent as the company grows ## Related Videos - [HR ROBO SAPIENS: Decoding AI Agents and Workflow Automation for Modern Recruitment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1470-hr-robo-sapiens-decoding-ai-agents-and-workflow-automation-for-modern-recruitment) - [Should we build Generative AI into our existing software?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1129-should-we-build-generative-ai-into-our-existing-software) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Inside Mercedes-Benz: 140 Years of Heritage meet AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100054-inside-mercedes-benz-140-years-of-heritage-meet-ai) - [Create a Programmatic SEO Project Using Next.js and Static Site Generation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/449-create-a-programmatic-seo-project-using-next-js-and-static-site-generation) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [What is Agentic Programming and Why Should Developers Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/625-what-is-agentic-programming-and-why-should-developers-care) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [How we Build The Software of Tomorrow](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/120-how-we-build-the-software-of-tomorrow)