Director, Artificial Intelligence Strategy

Director, Artificial Intelligence Strategy Role overview: The Director, Artificial Intelligence will own the creation and execution of Expedia Group's AI strategy. This role will lead strategic initiatives, collaborate across teams, and identify opportunities to apply AI for both traveler-facing innovation and internal productivity. The Director will ensure Expedia Group stays current on AI trends and will connect AI strategy across business domains to deliver measurable impact. In this role, you will: Develop and execute Expedia Group's AI strategy, balancing short‑term and long‑term priorities. Collaborate with Product, Tech, Analytics, Finance, Marketing, and Supply teams to align AI initiatives with business objectives. Lead internal and external AI‑related initiatives, including partnerships and productivity projects. Monitor AI trends and emerging technologies; identify opportunities for Expedia Group to leverage them. Enable domain experts by providing insights, fostering connectivity, and ensuring alignment across strategies. Represent Expedia Group in AI‑related discussions with partners and at industry events (travel required ~25%). Experience & Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in AI, strategy, and technology with experience applying AI in product and operational contexts. Strong strategic and technical acumen; able to translate vision into actionable plans. Highly proactive, collaborative, and able to operate independently with a high degree of ownership. Forward‑thinking and able to navigate frontier conversations on emerging technologies. Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels. Benefits: We provide a full benefits package, including exciting travel perks, generous time off, parental leave, a flexible work model (with some pretty cool offices), and career development resources. Salary: Seattle: $197,000.00 to $275,500.00 (potential up to $315,000.00). San Jose: $212,500.00 to $297,500.00 (potential up to $340,000.00). San Francisco: $212,500.00 to $297,500.00 (potential up to $340,000.00). Accommodation requests: If you need assistance with any part of the application or recruiting process due to a disability or other physical or mental health conditions, please reach out to our Recruiting Accommodations Team. EEO Statement: Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr