Principal Engineering AI Solution Architect

Engineering AI Solution Architect — Hybrid Towson, MD, United States Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better for those who make the world. Sound like you? Join our top‑notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high‑performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. Role Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is seeking a Principal Engineering AI Solution Architect. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a strategic individual contributor, responsible for shaping the vision, development, and implementation of AI initiatives across the engineering organization. This position demands thought leadership in AI, with a focus on leveraging advanced technologies to drive transformative change within our engineering teams. As an Engineering AI Solution Architect , you’ll be part of our Tools & Outdoor team working as a hybrid employee. You’ll get to: Architect AI‑driven solutions for complex engineering problems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, product management, data science, and IT) to define solution requirements and technical specifications. Coordinate and oversee the end‑to‑end implementation of AI projects, from ideation and prototyping to deployment and monitoring. Evaluate and select appropriate AI technologies, frameworks, and tools based on project needs. Guide and mentor engineering teams on AI/ML model integration, data pipelines, and cloud deployment strategies. Develop and maintain AI roadmaps for engineering. Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements in all AI solutions. Stay updated with the latest AI trends, research, and technologies to drive innovation within the organization. Participate in client meetings, presentations, and technical workshops as a subject matter expert. Person You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field. 10+ years of experience with integrated HW‑SW product development, with 5+ years focused on AI/ML projects with engineering design applications. Proven track record applying AI/ML methods to drive transformational change in engineering. Proven track record of designing and deploying AI/ML solutions in production environments. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, data engineering, and MLOps practices. Skills Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++. Expertise in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit‑learn). Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders. Experience with data modeling, ETL pipelines, and API design. Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Preferred Qualifications Certifications in cloud architecture or AI/ML (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning, Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer). Experience in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, or healthcare. Familiarity with edge computing and IoT integration. Details You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including: Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well‑being. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. The salary range is $110,600.00 – $178,000.00 for the primary location. This range may vary based on factors such as job level, location, knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and local wage requirements. The salary may be adjusted in accordance with individual performance. In addition to salary, benefits include medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on tools. Additional Information We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to grow, learn, belong, and give back. You’ll help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices. EEO Statement All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. For reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. We cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co