> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2187362-telecommute-director-applied-ai-machine-learning-sme](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2187362-telecommute-director-applied-ai-machine-learning-sme). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # TELECOMMUTE Director- Applied AI & Machine Learning (SME) - **Company:** 3Cloud, LLC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $168,400.0 - $252,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Machine Learning, Microsoft Data Access Components, Microsoft Windows SDK, Azure Data Factory, Databricks - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b7a2adca-f6ab-48d2-b7ca-dd2c222140d4 ## About the Role Are you looking for a role that motivates and challenges you? Are you ready for an opportunity for growth? Do you want to work on teams where people roll up their sleeves to take on tough problems together, and regularly blow the doors off our clients with their outstanding teamwork? If you answered yes to those questions, 3Cloud might just be for you!, 10+ years of experience in Data Science, AI, Data, or Analytics roles, with significant exposure to enterprise client environments. Proven experience leading pre-sales or client-facing technical engagements, including discovery, solution design, and executive presentations. Deep hands-on expertise with Microsoft Data & AI in at least one of Azure Data Services, Azure AI, Synapse/Fabric, Databricks on Azure. Strong ability to translate complex technical capabilities into clear business value narratives that resonate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Demonstrated 1M$+ deal success partnering with sales and account teams to influence pipeline progression and close deals. Executive presence with experience owning the C-suite engagement and lead the partnership with senior leaders as a trusted technical advisor. Strong architectural mindset with the ability to design end-to-end Data & AI solutions aligned to client objectives, security, and governance needs. Excellent communication skills, including whiteboarding, storytelling, and formal presentations. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. ## Description Set direction as a technical evangelist and trusted advisor for clients, shaping early-stage AI and ML conversations into compelling solution visions built on the Microsoft platform. Partner closely with sales and account teams to drive opportunity qualification, solution strategy, and deal closure for AI and ML engagements. Take ownership of technical discoveries with clients to understand business priorities, decision criteria, and value drivers, translating them into winning Data & AI architectures. Be accountable for the design and present AI and ML solutions that clearly articulate business outcomes, technical feasibility, and ROI. Provide executive-level technical depth in Azure with depth in agentic architectures, machine learning, or AI to influence client stakeholders from practitioner to C-level. Own end-to-end technical credibility throughout the sales cycle, including whiteboarding sessions, architecture reviews, proposals, and executive presentations. Guide and mentor architects and data scientists to ensure solution consistency, technical excellence, and alignment with go-to-market strategy. Identify and be accountable for opportunities to expand pipeline through innovation workshops, POVs, and targeted thought leadership aligned to Microsoft Data & AI offerings. Ensure proposed solutions align with Microsoft best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements. Stay current on Microsoft Data & AI roadmaps and industry trends to continuously sharpen competitive positioning and client impact. Lead the strategy and execution of relevant platform accelerators, reference architectures, and delivery playbooks. 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