Sr Dir of Advanced Analytics and AI

Company Overview:Here at UKG, our purpose is people™. Our HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions help organizations unlock happier outcomes for all. And our U Krewers, who build those solutions and support our business, are talented, collaborative, and innovative problem-solvers. We strive to create a culture of belonging and an employee experience that empowers our people – both at work and at home. Our benefits show that we care about the whole you, from adoption and surrogacy assistance to tuition reimbursement and wellness programs. Our employee resource groups provide a welcoming place to land, learn, and connect with those who share your passions and interests. What are you waiting for? Learn more at www.ukg.com/careers #WeAreUKGDescription:The Senior Director of Advanced Analytics and AI will lead the strategic direction and operational execution of the organization’s advanced analytics and AI initiatives. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of data science, machine learning, business intelligence and artificial intelligence to drive innovation and competitive advantage. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments to implement cutting-edge technologies that enhance decision-making, optimize processes, and deliver measurable business outcomes. Under your direct leadership, the team will be responsible for supporting, and enhancing existing solutions as well as implementing new solutions that enable an exceptional customer experience. You will collaborate with key business stakeholders to understand business goals and priority and align resources based on those needs. Working in conjunction with other Service Teams you will be accountable for the delivery of high quality, scalable end-to-end solutions that support the company’s strategic goals.Responsibilities: Develop and execute the company's Advanced Analytics, Business intelligence and AI strategy in alignment with overall business objectives. Lead and inspire a team of data scientists, analysts, and AI engineers to achieve strategic goals. Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in AI and analytics to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of innovation. Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of analytics and AI projects, from ideation to deployment and monitoring. Ensure the integration of advanced analytics solutions into business processes, products, and services. Implement best practices for data management, model development, and operationalization. Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities where Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence, and AI can drive significant value. Communicate complex technical concepts and insights to non-technical stakeholders effectively. Foster a data-driven culture across the organization through training and advocacy. Evaluate and recommend the adoption of new tools, platforms, and technologies that enhance the analytics and AI capabilities. Drive innovation by piloting and scaling new AI applications, including predictive modeling, natural language processing, and LLM's. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the impact of Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence, and AI initiatives. Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security policies. Manage the budget for the advanced analytics and AI function, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.Qualifications: Minimum of 15 years of experience in Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence, data science, or AI, with at least 10 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale Aanalytics and AI projects. Strong expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques. Expertise in data visualization and building analytics pipelines. Demonstrated experience in developing and executing Analytics strategies and managing Analytics teams. Strong proficiency in Analytics tools and technologies such as Power BI Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL, as well as experience with big data platforms (Databricks, BigQuery etc.). Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex technical and business challenges. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Experience with cloud computing platforms (Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field or equivalent experience.It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.