Director, AI & Automation Engineering

Alignment Health is breaking the mold in conventional health care, committed to serving seniors and those who need it most: the chronically ill and frail. It takes an entire team of passionate and caring people, united in our mission to put the senior first. We have built a team of talented and experienced people who are passionate about transforming the lives of the seniors we serve. In this fast-growing company, you will find ample room for growth and innovation alongside the Alignment Health community. Working at Alignment Health provides an opportunity to do work that really matters, not only changing lives but saving them. Together.

The Director, AI & Automation Engineering (remote) is a senior technology leader responsible for defining and executing the enterprise AI and automation strategy that powers our Medicare Advantage business. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of AI/ML engineers, automation engineers, and related roles to design, deliver, and scale AI-powered systems and intelligent automation that improve care quality, member experience, and operational performance. Partnering closely with DTS leadership, Clinical Operations, Finance, Claims, and Product, you will identify the highest-value AI and automation opportunities, translate them into a cohesive roadmap, and ensure reliable, compliant delivery in a highly regulated environment. This role is pivotal in shaping how we apply cutting-edge AI and automation to reduce administrative burden, drive payment accuracy, and unlock zero wasted potential in how work gets done across the organization.Job Duties / Responsibilities

* Set AI & automation strategy aligned to Medicare Advantage priorities. Define and maintain a multi-year AI and automation roadmap that supports strategic goals in Stars, risk adjustment, payment accuracy, prior authorization, clinical quality, and member experience. Partner with C-suite and senior leaders to identify and prioritize high-ROI use cases whe...