Vice President, Technology – AI Breakthrough Initiatives at ORBCOMM

Sterling, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Software Engineering, Strategic Leadership, Innovation, Cloud Platforms, Customer-Centric Solutions, Execution Excellence, Global Collaboration, Team Building, Mentoring, Diversity, Inclusion, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Insights

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Join Us as the Vice President, Technology – AI Breakthrough Initiatives! Are you a visionary technology leader with a passion for building AI on scale? ORBCOMM is seeking an accomplished Vice President, Technology – AI Breakthrough Initiatives to spearhead transformative AI work across our global product and service portfolio. You will define strategy, lead execution, and deliver real business impact by embedding advanced AI capabilities into our core operations and offerings. Why You’ll Love Working Here: At ORBCOMM, you’ll lead AI innovation in a company that powers industrial IoT across transportation, logistics, maritime, energy, and heavy equipment sectors. You’ll work alongside talented teams in product, engineering, data science, and operations to bring pioneering AI solutions to life. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact—shaping ORBCOMM’s AI capabilities, driving global scale, and contributing to customer success in mission-critical environments. With a flexible hybrid working schedule, you can enjoy the best of both worlds—engaging in-person collaboration at our Sterling, VA office, while also enjoying the autonomy and comfort of remote work. What You’ll Do: You’re a strategic thinker with a knack for excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace. If you have: Strategic Leadership & Innovation * Define and lead ORBCOMM’s AI strategy, focusing on breakthrough initiatives that reshape customer experiences and operational efficiency. * Drive innovation in AI/ML across multi-cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI), ensuring flexibility, scalability, and resilience. * Identify emerging AI technologies and trends with potential to disrupt and elevate ORBCOMM’s offerings. * Champion a culture of innovation, experimentation, and rapid prototyping across global teams. Customer-Centric Value Delivery * Collaborate with Product, Sales, and Customer Success teams to translate customer needs into AI-driven solutions. * Ensure AI initiatives deliver tangible business outcomes—enhanced automation, predictive insights, and operational intelligence. * Serve as a trusted technology advisor to strategic customers and partners. Execution Excellence * Build and lead cross-functional teams to execute AI programs from concept to deployment. * Oversee architecture, development, and integration of AI models into ORBCOMM’s platforms and services. * Establish KPIs and governance frameworks to ensure quality, scalability, and compliance. Global Collaboration & Influence * Partner with global R&D, engineering, and innovation hubs to accelerate AI adoption. * Represent ORBCOMM in industry forums, academic partnerships, and thought leadership platforms. * Foster strategic alliances with AI startups, research institutions, and cloud providers. Leadership & Culture * Inspire and influence teams through authentic leadership, vision clarity, and a commitment to excellence. * Cultivate a high-performance culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning. * Mentor emerging leaders and foster cross-functional collaboration across geographies. Who You Are: * Proven track record in leading AI/ML initiatives at scale, ideally in IoT, logistics, or industrial tech sectors. * 15+ years in technology leadership roles, with deep expertise in AI, data science, and software engineering. * Experience architecting and deploying AI solutions in multi-cloud environments. * Strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution capabilities. * Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and team-building skills. * Experience working in global, matrixed organizations. Then we want to meet you!   About Us: At ORBCOMM, we’re pioneers in IoT technology, that drives innovation and empowers our clients to make data-driven decisions. Our industry-leading solutions enable customers to boost productivity, streamline operations and increase their bottom line. With over 30 years of experience and the most comprehensive solution portfolio in the industry, we enable the management of millions of assets worldwide across diverse sectors including transportation, heavy industries, satellite, and maritime. Discover how ORBCOMM is transforming industries and unlocking the potential of data to drive meaningful change by visiting us at www.orbcomm.com [http://www.orbcomm.com/]! Ready to Join Us? We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Your skills and passion can help us achieve remarkable things! If you’re seeking a thrilling career opportunity in a vibrant, growth-oriented environment, ORBCOMM is the perfect fit for you. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. At ORBCOMM, we are also dedicated to ensuring accessibility and are pleased to offer accommodation for individuals with disabilities upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process.

Responsibilities

Define and lead ORBCOMM’s AI strategy, focusing on breakthrough initiatives that reshape customer experiences and operational efficiency. Build and lead cross-functional teams to execute AI programs from concept to deployment.