Manager of Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence - Military veterans preferred

Lutron Electronics Company, Inc


Manager of Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence

US-PA-Philadelphia

Job ID: 2025-4356
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
Lutron - Philadelphia, PA

Overview

Shape the Future of DS/ML/AI at Lutron

As a Manager of Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence at Lutron, you’ll play a vital role in driving our data science and AI projects, helping to create innovative, ML solutions that enhance our products intelligence, customers' experiences and improve operational efficiency. You will lead a team focused on leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to address complex business challenges. Your work will align closely with Lutron’s mission to deliver significant sustainable growth through intelligent, customer-centric solutions. A key part of your leadership will be championing the adoption of Responsible AI practices across organization.

Why Lutron?

Lutron is a leader in lighting control and automation, committed to innovation and excellence in every product and service. By joining Lutron, you’ll be part of a company that invests in technology to shape the future of smart environments. You’ll work in a collaborative culture where creativity and growth are highly valued, providing you with opportunities to advance your career and impact the future of home automation.

Your Impact

As a Manager of Data Science/ML/AI, your impact will extend across departments, from Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer service to marketing, etc. You’ll collaborate with key stakeholders and empower Lutron’s teams and drive strategic initiatives. Through the development or adoption of scalable ML/AI solutions, you’ll be instrumental in transforming how Lutron leverages data, analytics and AI to deliver outstanding products, customer experiences and operational efficiencies.

• Leadership in AI/ML: Collaborate closely with the executive team to develop and execute AI/ML roadmap, ensuring alignment with broader business goals. This role involves working with department leaders to prioritize initiatives that drive significant value for both customers and the organization.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and ML engineers, cultivating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. By setting clear performance expectations and providing access to professional development resources, foster an environment where team members can grow and succeed.
• Model Development & Deployment: Design, build, and deploy machine learning models that address critical business challenges, such as predictive analytics, customer behavior modeling, and process optimization. Partner with Data Engineering teams to ensure models are scalable and adhere to MLOps best practices, enabling robust deployment across the organization.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a subject matter expert by translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders, promoting AI literacy, and driving cross-departmental collaboration.
• AI Governance & Ethics: Uphold high standards for data quality, security, and privacy through rigorous data governance practices. Advocate for responsible AI by embedding ethical considerations throughout the model development lifecycle.

• Education: Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned 
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in data science, ML, or AI, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects, coaching teams, and delivering impactful, data-driven solutions.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Lutron Electronics’ position as the worldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions has enabled consistent, annual growth. Our company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing our worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand our technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent.  Build your career with Lutron where you will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while exploring many options for continued growth and education. Make a difference every day in our dynamic, people-centric, technology-driven organization. For more information, view our website at  www.lutron.com. 

Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action – Employer. We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics 

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