Director, AI (New York)

Director, AI

Location: New York City

Employment Type: Full time

Location Type: Hybrid

About the Role

Adonis is adding a new AI/ML Lead to be our strategic technical leader who is driving the development, implementation, and governance of artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives across the organization. This role combines deep healthcare domain expertise with advanced AI/ML knowledge to ensure Adonis delivers cutting‑edge, compliant, and valuable AI solutions to healthcare customers. Reporting to the Head of Data, this position sits at the intersection of data science, engineering, product development, and healthcare industry expertise.

At Adonis, AI is not just a tool—it is a core enabler of our mission to fix the financial health of the healthcare system. We will embrace it with curiosity, implement it with discipline, and deliver it with trust, ensuring both our teams and our customers benefit from real, measurable value.

In this role, you must establish and drive this vision across the organization, positioning AI as a strategic force that powers Adonis's revenue cycle management solutions. You’ll also define how AI transforms our ability to help healthcare providers recover more revenue, reduce manual effort, and build intelligent, scalable foundations for their revenue cycle operations.

Responsibilities

• AI Strategy & Vision: Develop and execute the overarching AI/ML strategy for Adonis, aligning with business objectives and healthcare industry needs
• Incremental Value Delivery: Balance long‑term strategic AI initiatives with quick wins that deliver immediate business impact for revenue cycle management
• DS/ML Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the Data Science and Machine Learning teams, fostering innovation and excellence in AI development
• AI Governance & Compliance: Establish and maintain a robust AI governance framework ensuring all solutions meet healthcare regulatory requirements (HIPAA, FDA, etc.)
• Solution Architecture: Design scalable, production‑ready AI/ML architectures that drive value for healthcare customers
• External Value Demonstration: Quantify and communicate the tangible benefits of Adonis AI solutions to customers, partners, and stakeholders
• MLOps Excellence: Drive best practices for deploying, monitoring, and maintaining AI models in production environments
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Customer Success teams to ensure AI initiatives deliver maximum value

Qualifications

• Eight plus years experience with AI/ML: Deep understanding of machine learning techniques, especially those applicable to healthcare
• Healthcare Expertise: Substantial experience in healthcare technology, clinical workflows, or related fields
• Production AI Experience: Proven track record of taking AI models / products from concept to production in complex environments
• Technical Leadership: Experience leading data science and engineering teams
• Business Acumen: Ability to translate technical capabilities into tangible business value
• Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, holding strong opinions loosely and valuing input from others
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate complex AI concepts to diverse audiences
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare regulations affecting AI deployment (HIPAA, FDA, etc.)
• Ethics & Governance: Strong understanding of ethical AI principles and governance frameworks

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $275,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we also offer competitive equity and benefits packages.

Benefits

• 100% Employer‑Paid Medical, Dental, Vision & Funded HSA
• Free Lunch Daily
• Unlimited PTO
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive equity packages
• Office lunches every day
• Generous PTO
• Location: 3 World Trade Center with easy access to all trains and the PATH, and amazing views of the city

Equal Opportunity Employer

Adonis is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

At Adonis, we fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals.