[Remote] Vice President - AI, Data and Analytics

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TDS is seeking an executive to define and execute its enterprise strategy for AI, data, analytics, business intelligence, and data governance. The role will build and scale enterprise capabilities, partner with business leaders to deliver measurable impact, and lead teams across AI, data engineering, analytics, business intelligence, and data science.

Responsibilities

• Partners with the CIO to develop and execute the enterprise AI, data, analytics, and governance strategy, including systems, platforms, roadmaps, investments, and operating models that enable secure, trusted, and business-aligned outcomes
• Partner with other business leaders to identify, prioritize, and deliver high-value AI and data solutions that improve customer experience, operational efficiency, financial performance, and strategic outcomes
• Lead the acquisition, development and enterprise-wide adoption of AI, data management and business analytics while ensuring responsible governance, privacy, security, compliance, and ethical use in collaboration with technology, legal, compliance, audit, and risk stakeholders
• Enable enterprise AI and data capabilities, drive adoption through training and best practices, and measure business impact through governance, portfolio management, and value realization frameworks
• Oversee vendor strategy, selection, performance, and partnerships for AI, data, analytics, and related technology platforms
• Build and lead a high-performing team across AI, data, and analytics functions, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

Skills

• Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience
• 15+ years' experience of progressive technology, data, analytics, AI, or digital leadership experience, including significant experience leading enterprise-scale AI, data, and analytics functions
• Significant experience developing and executing AI, data, and analytics strategies
• Proven success leading large, cross-functional teams and building high-performing AI, analytics, data, or center of excellence organizations
• Deep expertise in modern AI, machine learning, generative AI, data management, business intelligence, analytics, data governance, and cloud-based data platforms
• Experience modernizing data environments and implementing scalable, self-service, cloud-based analytics capabilities
• Strong knowledge of modern technology delivery, governance, and operating models, including Agile, product management, DataOps/MLOps, security, privacy, compliance, and enterprise architecture
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions and measurable outcomes
• Experience managing strategic vendors and technology partners
• Exceptional executive communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills
• Master's Degree preferred in Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• With a strong preference for relevant experience within telecommunications or digital infrastructure industries

Benefits

• This position has the flexibility to work remotely from a home office in any of the 40+ states where TDS operates.
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, education assistance, and paid time off benefits.
• Vacation: 15 days accrued per year for full-time associates; pro-rated for associates working between 20–39 hours.
• Sick leave: 10 days accrued per year for full-time associates and pro-rated for all other associates.
• Seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday.
• Paid parental leave: 6 weeks after 12 months of employment.
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage is available for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
• Associates scheduled to work under 20 hours per week or for a limited term (e.g., interns) are eligible for medical coverage, the 401(k) plan (if 18 or older), and sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates).
• All associates have the opportunity to participate in Associate Resource Groups, designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.

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