Role Overview

AI is at an inflection point for Ocrolus.

We are looking to build a strong internal AI capability at Ocrolus that improves how work gets done across the organization.

This role sits at the intersection of applied AI, systems thinking, and business transformation, with a focus on identifying, building, and scaling AI-driven solutions across internal processes.

The individual will work closely with leadership to translate AI opportunities into practical, scalable implementations.

Given the cross-functional impact, this would be a high-ownership role working closely with leadership

 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identify AI Opportunities Across the Organization

• Proactively evaluate existing processes and workflows
• Identify areas where AI can drive efficiency, accuracy, or scale
• Redesign workflows using an AI-first approach (current → future state)

Goal is to improve: 

• Productivity
• Efficiency
• Cost

1. Build and Implement AI Solutions

• Design and develop AI-powered systems and workflows end-to-end
• Apply automation frameworks and workflows to solve real problems
• Move from idea → prototype → production deployment

1. Drive Adoption and Influence Across Teams

• Work across functions to enable adoption of AI-driven solutions
• Partner with stakeholders to translate business problems into AI use cases
• Influence without authority to ensure successful implementation

1. Define AI Systems, Architecture & Tooling

• Establish a scalable approach to AI systems and integrations
• Define standards for:
• Model selection and orchestration
• System design and integrations
• Tooling and frameworks

1. Ensure Reliability, Quality & Governance

• Ensure AI systems are reliable, secure, and production-ready
• Define standards for:
• Output quality and evaluation
• Hallucination control
• Data handling and compliance

 

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE (FIRST 6–9 MONTHS)

• Multiple AI-driven workflows deployed and adopted across teams
• Measurable improvements in productivity, efficiency, or cost
• Clear pipeline of AI opportunities across the organization
• Established foundation for scalable AI adoption

 

WHO YOU ARE

• 8–15 years in Applied AI / ML / Data Systems
• Proven track record of building and scaling AI systems in production
• Strong ability to connect AI capabilities to business outcomes
• Comfortable operating across strategy, execution, and stakeholder alignment
• Experience driving cross-functional transformation at scale

 

Signals of Excellence

• Delivered AI systems from idea → production → scale
• Built solutions that moved core business metrics
• Made clear trade-offs between accuracy, cost, and speed
• Able to operate in ambiguity and create structure

 

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Must-Have (Hands-on Required)

• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred) with proven hands-on project experience
• Experience working with LLMs & GenAI tools (OpenAI, Claude, open-source models) in real-world use cases
• Solid understanding of APIs, integrations, and backend logic (build, not just use)
• Experience in building or contributing to RAG pipelines, AI agents, or orchestration frameworks
• Hands-on exposure to automation workflows (e.g., n8n or similar tools)
• Working knowledge of NLP / document processing systems

Good to Have (Depth Enhancers)

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / GCP) for deploying AI solutions
• Understanding of MLOps / LLMOps concepts (deployment, monitoring, versioning)

WHAT THIS ROLE IS

• A hands-on builder with strong AI depth
• A systems thinker who can design scalable solutions
• A cross-functional operator who drives real impact
• This is a builder + operator + Influencer role.

 

WHAT THIS ROLE IS NOT

• Not a research-focused role
• Not limited to model development
• Not confined to a single team or function

 

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

• Opportunity to build AI capabilities from the ground up
• Direct impact on how the organization scales and operates
• High visibility and partnership with leadership
• Ability to drive meaningful, measurable business outcomes

 

WHY JOIN OCROLUS NOW

• High visibility with leadership and measurable business outcomes
• Chance to build something foundational and long-term

 

READY TO SHAPE AI AT OCROLUS?

If you are looking to:

• Build AI systems that are used at scale
• Drive real business impact
• Define how a company competes using AI