Engineering AI Transformation Director

Ping Identity is a company focused on making digital experiences secure and seamless for users. They are seeking a visionary Director of AI Transformation to lead the evolution of their Engineering and R&D organization, integrating AI into the R&D lifecycle and fostering a culture of AI-driven continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the "AI-First" R&D roadmap to transition from manual to augmented engineering
• Design an operating model that balances rapid AI experimentation with security and governance
• Partner with the Chief Development Officer to ensure AI transformation scales alongside business growth
• Integrate GenAI tools (e.g., Copilot, AI agents) into every stage of the SDLC
• Overhaul workflows for code reviews, testing, and documentation using LLM-driven automation
• Standardize AI-assisted development practices to ensure consistency across all engineering squads
• Lead organizational change to foster a culture of AI-driven continuous improvement
• Launch internal training and institutionalize prompt engineering and AI literacy
• Identify and mitigate barriers to AI tool adoption within the developer community
• Define the "AI ROI" using metrics like Developer Velocity, Quality of Service, and Cycle Time
• Deliver data-driven insights to leadership regarding the efficacy and impact of AI investments
• Continuously refine processes based on performance data and developer sentiment

Requirements:

• 10+ years in Engineering Leadership, DevOps Transformation, or Technical Program Management. Proven experience leading large-scale organizational change is a must
• Deep understanding of the modern SDLC, cloud-native architecture, and the current landscape of LLMs/Generative AI tools for developers
• Expert-level knowledge of Agile methodologies and how they must evolve to accommodate AI-driven workflows
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence C-suite stakeholders and win the 'hearts and minds' of cynical engineers