Leading a team of platform engineers and technical specialists, the full-time remote IT Manager, AI Platform Engineering will drive the development and optimization of scalable AI and machine learning platforms, ensuring efficient software delivery and operational excellence across hybrid-cloud environments. Key responsibilities: Define and execute the platform engineering and data science roadmap aligned with the company's AI strategy Design and optimize secure, reliable platform capabilities on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and hybrid-cloud environments Lead initiatives to enhance DevSecOps practices, CI/CD processes, and MLOps capabilities for improved operational efficiency Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience At least 5 years of hands-on experience in platform engineering, with a focus on machine learning and data analytics Proven experience in leading engineering teams and managing performance and career development Direct experience in software programming with Java and/or Python, alongside expertise in software architecture Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and knowledge of Azure for hybrid-cloud integration