Solutions Leader with AI for State & Local & Education Sectors of North America (Plano)

Req ID: 375003

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We are currently seeking a Solutions Leader with AI for State & Local & Education Sectors of North America to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

About The Role

We are seeking a seasoned technology leader with SLED (State & Local and Education) domain expertise to drive our AI Industry Solutions for the SLED segment . You will define the solution vision, shape major transformation opportunities, and partner with C‑suite leaders across the nation’s state and local governments and education systems. This is a high‑impact role responsible for driving growth, developing differentiated offerings, and guiding strategic programs to build AI‑native solutions across state and local government departments including health, human and social services, IT and law enforcement as well as education systems including K‑12 and higher education.

If you are a proven AI leader with deep life sciences expertise—and a passion for transformation through technology—this is an opportunity to shape the future of our business. Work with our Sales and solution teams in discussions about solutions that drive efficiencies and AI solutions for the SLED sector of business. This person will be a SME of the business with SLED and also have the broad knowledge of AI not just today but understand it from its evolution like MI, Big Data, etc.

What You’ll Do

• Set the industry strategy for SLED AI solutions and define a multi‑year roadmap.
• Develop and enhance AI solution offerings in areas including:
  • Case management
  • Eligibility and benefits administration
  • Cloud, cybersecurity, and infrastructure modernization
  • Payment integrity / fraud, waste and abuse
• Drive growth by leading solution development, supporting sales teams, and winning complex, multi‑tower deals.
• Engage Provider C‑suite leaders as a trusted advisor on major programs.
• Lead solution development for bids, ensuring offerings are differentiated, scalable, and executable.
• Collaborate across consulting, delivery, engineering, and product teams to bring integrated solutions to market.
• Strengthen alliances with key partners (Epic, Oracle Health, Microsoft, AWS, ServiceNow, cybersecurity vendors, Google, Leading AI players).
• Build and mentor a high‑performing team of AI leaders.
• Develop sales collateral for all solutions and services catering to SLED clients.

What We’re Looking For

• 15+ years of experience in designing and developing AI/ML solutions with at least 10 years of experience in state/local government and/or education.
• Deep understanding of public sector challenges and operations, AI, digital transformation.
• Demonstrated success shaping and winning large‑scale transformation or managed services deals ($10M+).
• Strong executive presence with the ability to engage C‑suite leaders.
• Experience leading cross‑functional global teams and driving innovation at scale.
• Participate in key industry events, be a moderator and speaker, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience working with technology solutions for SLED (State, Local, and Education).
• Deep understanding of AI and the evolution it has taken.
• Success shaping deals with managed services.

Salary & Benefits

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $201,015 - $372,250. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

• Eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401(k) program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

EEO Statement

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