Emerging Technology Manager

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care . As the Emerging Technology Manager, you will be at the forefront of the organization’s digital transformation. You will oversee a high-impact team consisting of AI Engineers, Full-stack Developers, and Low-Code experts. Your role involves navigating the intersection of business strategy and technical feasibility, conducting Proof of Concepts (PoCs), and scaling successful pilots into production-ready environments. You will serve as a subject matter expert on AI and other frontier technologies, advising executive leadership on strategic investments and technological roadmaps. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master’s degree preferred. Experience: 7+ years of experience in software engineering, data science or technology innovation and 3+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role leading technical teams Travel : 10-20% Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday; However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of Innovation Engineers, AI Engineers, and Developers, fostering collaboration and continuous learning. • Define and drive the enterprise roadmap for adopting emerging technologies. • Oversee the design, development, and testing of prototypes and proof-of-concept (PoC) solutions. • Assess new technologies and vendor solutions to determine strategic alignment and potential return on investment. • Partner with business leaders to identify challenges and deliver innovative, technology-driven solutions. • Bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and scalable, enterprise-grade implementation. • Stay current on industry trends across AI, blockchain, edge computing, and other emerging technologies, translating insights into actionable strategies. • Manage the innovation budget, ensuring effective resource allocation across initiatives and projects. • Demonstrate a proven track record of successfully delivering AI-driven and frontier technology initiatives. • Apply deep expertise in full-stack development, AI/ML frameworks, and low-code platforms to guide solution design and execution. • Build strong relationships with stakeholders through excellent communication, ensuring alignment and successful delivery across teams. • Performs other related duties as required and assigned. The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. #LI-Onsite #LI-Hybrid How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive? If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package. Benefits are the Game-Changer We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today! Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test