Head of AI Programs

About Lyra Health

Lyra is transforming mental health care through technology with a human touch to help people feel emotionally healthy at work and at home. We work with industry leaders, such as Morgan Stanley, Uber, Amgen, and other Fortune 500 companies, to improve access to effective, high-quality mental health care for their employees and their families. With our innovative digital care platform and global provider network, nearly 20 million people can receive the best care and feel better, faster. Founded by David Ebersman, former CFO of Facebook and Genentech, Lyra has raised more than $900 million.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Head of AI programs to lead and drive the development and execution of our AI initiatives across the organization.  This role will be responsible for shaping the company’s strategy, driving innovation, and overseeing the successful implementation of AI programs. The ideal candidate will be deeply curious and passionate about the impact technology can have on business; have excellent organizational skills and be able to work masterfully cross-functionally to execute and deliver on initiatives.  

This role can be carried out from our Burlingame, CA headquarters; hybrid in the San Francisco Bay Area; or from the Los Angeles area.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development
• Vision and Strategy: Define a comprehensive AI strategy that aligns with Lyra’s business objectives and long-term vision.
• Identify Opportunities: Identify new and emerging opportunities that can drive competitive advantage and improve business processes, customer experiences, and operational efficiency.
• Roadmap: Develop and maintain a strategic AI roadmap in close partnership with Data, Product, IT and Ops teams to ensure alignment with key business goals, and track progress against milestones 




• Program Management & Execution:
• Lead Program Portfolio: Oversee the management and execution of programs across multiple departments, ensuring successful delivery of initiatives on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across Lyra to ensure projects are well-integrated and deliver tangible business results.




• Performance and Impact Measurement:
• Track Program Success: Define and track performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of all initiatives, ensuring alignment with business outcomes.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize data and analytics to assess program performance, refine strategies, and optimize the execution of projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in program management and leadership, including experience managing large-scale projects across multiple business functions.
• Proven track record of driving the successful implementation of initiatives within an organization.
• Experience with technologies such as LLM, ML, RAG and fine tuning.
• Expertise in managing cross-functional teams and working to align initiatives with business goals.
• Prior experience in managing or developing roadmaps and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.

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