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Lead AI Engineer

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Denver
1144 15th Street (Show on map)
Dec 17, 2025
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? Position Summary We are seeking a Lead AI Engineer to advance our organization's artificial intelligence strategy and initiatives. In this hands-on leadership role, you will bridge strategic vision with technical execution partnering across teams to identify high-value AI opportunities and deliver scalable solutions that create measurable business impact. You will combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, helping to define our AI roadmap while building innovative, production-ready solutions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Mindset Partner with business and investment teams to evaluate and prioritize high-impact AI use cases. Develop and maintain an AI operating framework to ensure consistent and ethical adoption. Advice on AI technology stack, architecture, and build-vs-buy decisions in collaboration with different Technology teams. Enhance traditional quantitative models using advanced AI and machine learning techniques. Technical Implementation Design, develop, and deploy end-to-end AI solutions including LLM integrations and custom ML models. Implement scalable AI infrastructure to meet current and future business needs. Build reusable AI components and frameworks to accelerate innovation across teams. Stay current with emerging AI technologies and assess their applicability. Document methodologies, frameworks, and best practices to foster knowledge sharing. Team Leadership & Enablement Promote AI literacy through training and awareness programs. Mentor team members on AI tools, model development, and implementation best practices. Communicate complex AI concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Requirements and Preferred Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer science, Data science, Mathematics, Engineering or equivalent experience. 5-7 years of general experience + 3+ years of experience developing and deploying production-grade AI/ML solutions. Responsibility for research in simulating human intelligence processes, including learning, reasoning, and self-correction Designing advanced AI algorithms to solve critical business challenges Setting the AI strategy, shaping the AI roadmap, making architecture decisions, and influencing enterprise-wide adoption Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks. Strong programming proficiency in Python and ML frameworks. Fluent in Kubernetes, containers, and Linux, with proven experience running large language models (LLMs) on-premises and in cloud environments. Experience with vector databases, RAG architectures, and prompt engineering. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization tools. Proven ability to translate business needs into practical AI solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics) or a business-related field. Proven experience collaborating within cross-functional, matrixed organizations to drive enterprise-wide initiatives. Strong business acumen with a demonstrated ability to translate strategy into actionable, measurable outcomes. PAY & BENEFITS Full-Time Salary Range: $129K-$160K Bonus Eligible: 10% Relocation is not provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits beginonthe first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for 3 or weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. WORK ENVIRONMENT Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.