Guardian Glass
Head of Data Science Software Engineering
Guardian Glass, Pontiac, Michigan, United States, 48340
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Guardian Industries, a subsidiary of Koch Industries, is a globally recognized leader in the glass manufacturing industry. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality products. Our Advanced Analytics Capability is at the forefront of leveraging data and AI to drive business growth and operational excellence. We are looking for an entrepreneurial, innovative Head of Data Science Software Engineering as one of the leaders in the Advanced Analytics Capability.
Who should apply?Guardian Industries is seeking a highly experienced Head of Data Science Software Engineering with significant expertise in AI and data science solutions. This role requires extensive experience in steering the development of data-heavy advanced analytics applications and full-stack AI/ML solutions, with a particular focus on MLOps.Your ability to translate customer needs into effective digital solutions, coupled with your familiarity with industry-standard development frameworks and AI/Advanced Analytics architecture patterns, is crucial.As a key leader, you will drive innovation, foster collaborative partnerships, and influence resource allocation. You'll design, develop, and maintain software applications that deliver AI/ML solutions aligned with business goals.We are looking for strategic thinkers who are highly collaborative, values-driven, open to challenges, and eager to explore new methods and collaborations with both internal and external teams for mutual benefit.Responsibilities:
Oversee the design, development, and optimization of applications that integrate AI/ML models in partnership with AI solution leader and product owner.Manage the agile product development lifecycle, facilitating effective communication and collaboration across teams, including data scientists, data engineers, and other cross-functional partners.Guide the design of scalable and robust system architectures that support data-driven applications, ensuring they meet performance, scalability, and reliability requirements.Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and technologies that enhance the development and deployment of data science solutions.Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in AI, data science, and software engineering.Monitor and optimize the performance of high-value AI solutions in production.Identify and resolve technical challenges related to the integration and deployment of data science models.Manage budgets and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization.Develop and maintain relationships with key business and technical partners to support informed decision-making and trade-off decisions during deliverWhat You Will Need (Basic Qualifications):
Experience in software development and engineering, with experience in a leadership role.Proven hands-on experience in full-stack software development and architecture for large, data-intensive analytics applications.Strong technical, program and product management skills with a history of delivering complex projects. • Familiarity with industry-standard AI tools and frameworks.Understanding of the data/analytics/cloud landscape and vendor options.A background in Computer Science or EngineeringWhat Will Put You Ahead
Experience with AI/Data platforms (e.g., C3.ai, Salesforce Einstein, Snowflake) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)Experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.Experience in the manufacturing industry, especially glass manufacturing.Understanding of data privacy and security considerations in AI applications.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
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Guardian Industries, a subsidiary of Koch Industries, is a globally recognized leader in the glass manufacturing industry. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality products. Our Advanced Analytics Capability is at the forefront of leveraging data and AI to drive business growth and operational excellence. We are looking for an entrepreneurial, innovative Head of Data Science Software Engineering as one of the leaders in the Advanced Analytics Capability.
Who should apply?Guardian Industries is seeking a highly experienced Head of Data Science Software Engineering with significant expertise in AI and data science solutions. This role requires extensive experience in steering the development of data-heavy advanced analytics applications and full-stack AI/ML solutions, with a particular focus on MLOps.Your ability to translate customer needs into effective digital solutions, coupled with your familiarity with industry-standard development frameworks and AI/Advanced Analytics architecture patterns, is crucial.As a key leader, you will drive innovation, foster collaborative partnerships, and influence resource allocation. You'll design, develop, and maintain software applications that deliver AI/ML solutions aligned with business goals.We are looking for strategic thinkers who are highly collaborative, values-driven, open to challenges, and eager to explore new methods and collaborations with both internal and external teams for mutual benefit.Responsibilities:
Oversee the design, development, and optimization of applications that integrate AI/ML models in partnership with AI solution leader and product owner.Manage the agile product development lifecycle, facilitating effective communication and collaboration across teams, including data scientists, data engineers, and other cross-functional partners.Guide the design of scalable and robust system architectures that support data-driven applications, ensuring they meet performance, scalability, and reliability requirements.Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and technologies that enhance the development and deployment of data science solutions.Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in AI, data science, and software engineering.Monitor and optimize the performance of high-value AI solutions in production.Identify and resolve technical challenges related to the integration and deployment of data science models.Manage budgets and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization.Develop and maintain relationships with key business and technical partners to support informed decision-making and trade-off decisions during deliverWhat You Will Need (Basic Qualifications):
Experience in software development and engineering, with experience in a leadership role.Proven hands-on experience in full-stack software development and architecture for large, data-intensive analytics applications.Strong technical, program and product management skills with a history of delivering complex projects. • Familiarity with industry-standard AI tools and frameworks.Understanding of the data/analytics/cloud landscape and vendor options.A background in Computer Science or EngineeringWhat Will Put You Ahead
Experience with AI/Data platforms (e.g., C3.ai, Salesforce Einstein, Snowflake) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)Experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.Experience in the manufacturing industry, especially glass manufacturing.Understanding of data privacy and security considerations in AI applications.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
#LI-SW5