Entegris
Job Title:
Senior Director, Software Engineering & AI
Job Description:
Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.
The
Senior Director, Software Engineering & AI
is a visionary and strategic leader that will lead Entegris wide AI strategy and execution while developing a strong software engineering arm at Entegris. This role will be responsible for driving innovation, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage through the strategic application of AI technologies across our businesses and functions with initial focus in R&D and Engineering domains. Preferred location for the role is US (Billerica, MA, Aurora, IL or Chaska, MN). Pune, India will also be considered for the right candidate. This role will report to VP, Strategic platforms, Data & AI.
Key Responsibilities
AI Strategy & Leadership:
Define and lead multi-year Entegris AI vision & strategy aligned with business goals. Build and manage a high‑performing AI team including software engineers, data scientists, ML engineers, and AI product managers. Promote AI literacy & evangelize AI adoption across business units and executive leadership.
Innovation & Execution:
Be a thought leader & bring outside‑in perspective, stay abreast of emerging AI technologies and assess their relevance to Entegris, nurture innovation culture among teams. Identify and prioritize high‑impact AI use cases. Oversee a portfolio of AI/ML projects including development and deployment of AI models, ensuring scalability, reliability, and ethical compliance. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate AI into existing platforms and workflows.
Technology & Architecture:
Guide the selection and implementation of AI platforms, tools, architecture and infrastructure. Ensure robust data governance, model lifecycle management, and MLOps practices.
Team & Project Management:
Build and mentor high‑performing teams across AI and software disciplines. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery. Promote a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, data and AI literacy. Engage strategic vendors as necessary.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Partner with business & other IT leaders to propose AI solutions to address operational challenges. Foster external partnerships with academia, startups, and technology vendors. Collaborate with Data, Human Center Design, Security, and Infrastructure teams to build robust, scalable, and secure AI solutions.
What We Seek:
Worked in a global team setting with an appreciation for multi‑cultural teams.
Exceptional strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities with a strong focus on business value and ROI.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to articulate complex AI concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Strong leadership presence with a proven ability to influence and drive change across an organization.
Experience with agentic AI systems or autonomous decision‑making platforms.
Familiarity with regulatory and ethical considerations in industrial AI applications.
Experience working in an Agile environment with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Background in managing annual operating plans and budgets.
Outstanding Candidates Will Have:
Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in AI/ML, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record of delivering enterprise‑level AI and automation solutions at scale, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Deep understanding of business functions and industrial processes.
Proficiency in languages like Python and experience with low‑code and pro‑code software development.
Strong knowledge of AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), hybrid AI, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP‑preferred), data engineering, and data architecture concepts.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Great track record of building high‑performing teams.
What We Offer:
Compensation: $182,000.00–$260,000.00 a year (actual pay depends on candidate skill level).
Annual bonus eligible.
Progressive paid time off policy.
Generous 401(k) plan with employer match and no delayed vesting.
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages.
Education assistance.
Values‑driven culture focused on People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.
Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you will need enrollment in H1B, TN, STEM OPT, or other immigration sponsorship.
At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.
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Senior Director, Software Engineering & AI
Job Description:
Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.
The
Senior Director, Software Engineering & AI
is a visionary and strategic leader that will lead Entegris wide AI strategy and execution while developing a strong software engineering arm at Entegris. This role will be responsible for driving innovation, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage through the strategic application of AI technologies across our businesses and functions with initial focus in R&D and Engineering domains. Preferred location for the role is US (Billerica, MA, Aurora, IL or Chaska, MN). Pune, India will also be considered for the right candidate. This role will report to VP, Strategic platforms, Data & AI.
Key Responsibilities
AI Strategy & Leadership:
Define and lead multi-year Entegris AI vision & strategy aligned with business goals. Build and manage a high‑performing AI team including software engineers, data scientists, ML engineers, and AI product managers. Promote AI literacy & evangelize AI adoption across business units and executive leadership.
Innovation & Execution:
Be a thought leader & bring outside‑in perspective, stay abreast of emerging AI technologies and assess their relevance to Entegris, nurture innovation culture among teams. Identify and prioritize high‑impact AI use cases. Oversee a portfolio of AI/ML projects including development and deployment of AI models, ensuring scalability, reliability, and ethical compliance. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate AI into existing platforms and workflows.
Technology & Architecture:
Guide the selection and implementation of AI platforms, tools, architecture and infrastructure. Ensure robust data governance, model lifecycle management, and MLOps practices.
Team & Project Management:
Build and mentor high‑performing teams across AI and software disciplines. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery. Promote a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, data and AI literacy. Engage strategic vendors as necessary.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Partner with business & other IT leaders to propose AI solutions to address operational challenges. Foster external partnerships with academia, startups, and technology vendors. Collaborate with Data, Human Center Design, Security, and Infrastructure teams to build robust, scalable, and secure AI solutions.
What We Seek:
Worked in a global team setting with an appreciation for multi‑cultural teams.
Exceptional strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities with a strong focus on business value and ROI.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to articulate complex AI concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Strong leadership presence with a proven ability to influence and drive change across an organization.
Experience with agentic AI systems or autonomous decision‑making platforms.
Familiarity with regulatory and ethical considerations in industrial AI applications.
Experience working in an Agile environment with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Background in managing annual operating plans and budgets.
Outstanding Candidates Will Have:
Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in AI/ML, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record of delivering enterprise‑level AI and automation solutions at scale, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Deep understanding of business functions and industrial processes.
Proficiency in languages like Python and experience with low‑code and pro‑code software development.
Strong knowledge of AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), hybrid AI, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP‑preferred), data engineering, and data architecture concepts.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Great track record of building high‑performing teams.
What We Offer:
Compensation: $182,000.00–$260,000.00 a year (actual pay depends on candidate skill level).
Annual bonus eligible.
Progressive paid time off policy.
Generous 401(k) plan with employer match and no delayed vesting.
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages.
Education assistance.
Values‑driven culture focused on People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.
Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you will need enrollment in H1B, TN, STEM OPT, or other immigration sponsorship.
At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.
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