Job Description:
Lead AI engineering teams to design, build, and deploy AI-powered products that align with strategic business objectives and deliver measurable commercial value.
Develop and execute AI engineering strategies and product roadmaps, balancing near-term delivery with long-term capability growth.
Oversee end-to-end solution delivery — from concept through production — ensuring rigorous testing, validation, and QA for scalable, reliable AI systems.
Partner cross-functionally with Product, Architecture, and Operations teams to integrate AI capabilities into existing systems; translate technical concepts into plain language for non-technical stakeholders.
Champion AI adoption across the organization, driving a culture of innovation and agile best practices while expanding an AI-first mindset enterprise-wide.
Engage senior leadership to shape AI use cases, articulate the capabilities and limitations of AI solutions, and ensure delivered products meet customer needs and compliance standards.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of software engineering experience with 4+ years managing and growing engineering teams, including a proven track record of leading teams through multiple release cycles.
Demonstrated hands-on experience designing, implementing, and launching AI-powered products in production — with clear examples of taking AI/ML initiatives from concept to commercially deployed solution.
Deep understanding of where AI creates business value and where it doesn't; ability to apply AI to the right problems, set realistic expectations, and guide teams toward the most effective solution for each challenge.
Strong engineering and system design skills, with proficiency in one or more major programming languages and the ability to guide teams on coding best practices and scalable architecture.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to translate complex AI concepts into clear business terms and build consensus across diverse teams and leadership levels.
Proven ability to own AI engineering delivery — managing timelines, resources, and risks while maintaining iterative, transparent execution in line with agile methodology.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's or Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Data Science preferred.
Hands-on familiarity with LLM concepts and techniques, including prompt engineering, temperature tuning, and model behavior management.
Experience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architectures and agentic AI workflows.
Familiarity with Azure AI Foundry and orchestration frameworks such as LangGraph and Semantic Kernel.
Experience with cloud-native MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) in Azure environments.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience accepted in lieu of a formal degree.
Other Qualifications
The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.
• Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback.
• Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’t spend hours when minutes are enough.
• Work with Purpose - Exhibit a “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personal objectives for team results.
• Drive to Decision - Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to and accountability for customer outcomes.
• Own the Outcome - Defined milestones, commitments and intended results. Assess your work in context, if you’re unsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.
COMMENTS:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.
Pay Transparency Statement:
Base pay offered to new hires may vary based upon factors including relevant industry and job-related skills and experience, geographic location, and business needs.* The range displayed does not encompass the full potential of the role, which allows for further growth and career progression.
In addition, as a part of our total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Vertex Bonus Plan (VOB), a role-specific sales commission/bonus, and/or equity grants.
Learn more about Life at Vertex and connect with your recruiter for more details regarding Vertex's compensation and benefit programs.
*In no case will your pay fall below applicable local minimum wage requirements.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of software engineering experience
- 4+ years managing engineering teams
- Hands-on experience designing and launching AI-powered products
- Strong engineering and system design skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Vertex, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vertex, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Vertex, Inc..
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible time off, including unlimited vacation for some roles, paid volunteer time, bereavement leave, sabbaticals, and observed holidays is emphasized. Occasional company shutdowns further expand time-away options.
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Parental & Family Support — Benefits span paid parental leave, adoption assistance, childcare support, fertility benefits, and structured return-to-work programs. Backup care and daycare tuition discounts reinforce family-focused support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer matching and immediate vesting anchors long-term savings. Profit sharing and defined contribution programs complement financial security offerings.
Vertex, Inc. Insights
What We Do
The Trusted Leader in Tax Technology. We're Vertex (VERX). A pioneer in tax automation for more than 45 years. We proudly serve over 4,000 customers worldwide with distinction and provide comprehensive tax solutions that enable global businesses to transact, comply, and grow with confidence. Our collaborative, friendly culture is the foundation of everything we do and who we are. We're proud to be an employer guided by a common purpose by building trusted relationships at work, in business and in our communities. We strive to be a values-driven employer of choice who attracts, retains, and inspires talented professionals to achieve their full potential. We employ over 1,500 full-time professionals across three continents: US, Europe, and Brazil. Our software, content, and services address the increasing complexities of global commerce and compliance by reducing friction, enhancing transparency and enabling greater confidence in meeting indirect tax obligations. As a result, our software is ubiquitous within our customers’ business systems, touching nearly every line item of every transaction that an enterprise can conduct. Our software is fueled by over 300 million data-driven effective tax rules and supports indirect tax compliance in more than 19,000 jurisdictions worldwide. We partner with the world’s most respected companies and harness their strengths to deliver the best tax technology solution to businesses across the globe. We integrate with key technology partners that span ERP, CRM, procurement, billing, POS and e-commerce platforms. We also work closely with over 50 tax, accounting and consulting firms to provide the integrated tax technology solutions.
Why Work With Us
Innovative, agile, and growth-minded professionals thrive at Vertex. Our remote-first culture offers flexibility and connection, while our focus on indirect tax technology and global expansion creates real impact. With leadership development and a strong emphasis on well-being, careers flourish here.
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