Cross River

Cross River

AVP/VP, AI Transformations Manager

Fort Lee, New Jersey, United States · Vp

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$200kDetected 69 days ago
Machine LearningData EngineeringData ScienceMLOpsA/B TestingBusiness DevelopmentResearchLeadershipCollaboration

About the role

  • Our technology and capital solutions power payments, cards, lending, and digital asset capabilities that move money safely, instantly, and inclusively - trusted by leading fintechs, enterprises, and disruptors across the globe.
  • Guided by a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and purpose, Cross River has been named one of American Banker's Best Places to Work in Fintech year after year.
  • This position is responsible for orchestrating the end-to-end implementation of AI initiatives across the enterprise-bridging strategy, productization, compliance, and delivery to ensure measurable business impact.

Responsibilities

  • Define and manage the AI Transformation roadmap, ensuring alignment with Cross River's strategic objectives, regulatory standards, and innovation priorities.
  • Partner with business, data, and technology leaders to identify AI-driven opportunities for efficiency, risk management, and new revenue models.
  • Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of AI initiatives across multiple business domains-banking, lending, risk, compliance, and customer experience.
  • Develop and maintain a portfolio management system for all AI programs, ensuring transparency on timelines, costs, dependencies, and outcomes.
  • Partner with product, engineering, operations, and risk teams to embed AI solutions into enterprise workflows.
  • Drive organizational change management to enable smooth adoption of AI technologies, ensuring training and alignment across teams.
  • Collaborate with external vendors, startups, and research organizations to expand the bank's AI ecosystem.
  • Support the Chief Data and AI Officer in defining AI monetization strategies and evaluating go-to-market models.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in technology, analytics, or transformation roles, with at least 5 years in AI/ML program or product management.
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional AI initiatives from conception through implementation in a regulated industry (preferably financial services, fintech, or banking).
  • Strong understanding of AI platforms, MLOps, model governance, and data management frameworks.
  • Experience managing stakeholder engagement, budgets, and vendor relationships for large-scale transformation programs.
  • Exceptional ability to translate technical AI concepts into business outcomes and communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
  • The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in AI/ML program management with a pragmatic understanding of financial services and regulatory environments.

Nice to have

  • Master's degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, including bias mitigation, interpretability, and model monitoring.
  • Experience in commercialization or business development related to AI-driven products or services.
  • PMP, Agile, or equivalent program management certification preferred.
  • Leadership & Impact:
  • The ideal candidate will demonstrate a track record of driving complex, multi-stakeholder AI initiatives, combining visionary thinking with disciplined execution.
  • They will be a trusted advisor to the Chief Data and AI Officer and a change leader influencing how AI transforms Cross River's core business and innovation strategy.
  • Cross River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation

  • $170,000.00 - $200,000.00
  • All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
  • By submitting your application, you give Cross River permission to email, call, or text you using the contact details provided.
  • We will only contact you with job related information.

Company info

  • Cross River builds the infrastructure behind the world's most innovative financial products. Our technology and capital solutions power payments, cards, lending, and digital asset capabilities that move money safely, instantly, and inclusively - trusted by leading fintechs, enterprises, and disruptors across the globe.
  • Our mission is simple: to build the financial infrastructure that expands access and opportunity for all. Guided by a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and purpose, Cross River has been named one of American Banker's Best Places to Work in Fintech year after year. Whether you're designing code, solving regulatory puzzles, or developing strategy, you'll join a team where innovation and integrity drive everything we do - and where your work helps shape the future of finance.
  • What We're Looking For
  • The AI Transformation Manager reports to the Chief Data and AI Officer and plays a critical role in driving Cross River's AI-led transformation and commercialization strategy. This position is responsible for orchestrating the end-to-end implementation of AI initiatives across the enterprise-bridging strategy, productization, compliance, and delivery to ensure measurable business impact. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in AI/ML program management with a pragmatic understanding of financial services and regulatory environments.
  • Cross River builds the infrastructure behind the world's most innovative financial products.
  • Our mission is simple: to build the financial infrastructure that expands access and opportunity for all.
  • Whether you're designing code, solving regulatory puzzles, or developing strategy, you'll join a team where innovation and integrity drive everything we do - and where your work helps shape the future of finance.
  • to build the financial infrastructure that expands access and opportunity for all.
Apply directly at Cross River →Create a free account for alerts like thisView Cross River immigration profile

This listing is sourced directly from Cross River's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.