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Director, AISafe Software • Surrey, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Director, AI

Director, AI

Safe Software • Surrey, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

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Key Details

  • Location : Hybrid in Vancouver, BC Lower Mainland. Head office in Surrey, BC.
  • Compensation : Annual base salary $170,200–$178,200 CAD plus eligibility for a profit‑sharing bonus. Final compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Employment Requirements : Successful completion of reference checks and a Canadian criminal background check.
  • Senior Level : Director
  • Employment Type : Full‑time
  • Job Function : Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industry : Software Development

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format.

In your cover letter, feel free to include :

  • Why you’re interested in joining Safe Software.
  • How your background or potential aligns with the role, even if you don’t meet every requirement.
  • Director of Artificial Intelligence

    The Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a strategic leader responsible for driving the company’s use of AI across all divisions. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role leads the integration of AI to enhance productivity, insight, and innovation throughout the organization. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, collaborative, and committed to applying AI in meaningful ways that support people and outcomes.

    What You’ll Be Doing

    Strategic Leadership

  • Lead the organization’s AI initiative and long‑term strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Identify and prioritize areas across the business where AI can create measurable value.
  • Collaborate with the CEO and other senior leaders to improve efficiencies everywhere.
  • Stay current of AI trends, identifying how they can improve procedures across the company.
  • Organizational Enablement

  • Work with team leads across the company to identify where and how AI can support their goals.
  • Partner with internal teams to identify opportunities where AI can complement and enhance human capabilities.
  • Support leaders and teams in adapting to new tools and ways of working.
  • Encourage awareness and collaboration around AI use across departments to share successful practices.
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with leaders across the company to integrate AI into day‑to‑day business operations.
  • Governance and Oversight

  • Partner with internal teams to identify opportunities where AI can complement and enhance human capabilities.
  • Support leaders and teams in adapting to new tools and ways of working.
  • Encourage awareness and collaboration around AI use across departments to share successful practices.
  • Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

    We welcome diverse backgrounds and experiences. The most successful candidates will bring many of the following :

  • 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in an innovation‑driven, evolving environment.
  • Must be an AI enthusiast with strong understanding of AI technologies and trends, and the ability to connect their capabilities to deliver business value.
  • Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills across all levels of the organization.
  • Strategic thinker who takes initiative and translates ideas into practical solutions.
  • Deep commitment to ethical, transparent, and human‑centered AI adoption.
  • Key Characteristics for Success

  • Demonstrable improvements in efficiency, insight generation, and decision‑making.
  • Measurable business impact through scalable AI initiatives.
  • A culture of curiosity, innovation, and confidence in the use of AI across all divisions.
  • What You Can Expect

  • Meaningful Work : Make a profound impact across our business, workplace and data integration product.
  • A Supportive Environment : Feel empowered to share your ideas and implement them with high autonomy and team support.
  • Social Responsibility : Become part of a team that finds meaningful ways to give back. Take paid time off to volunteer for one of our Safe‑organized opportunities that align with our core community initiatives.
  • Learning & Career Development : Annual learning budget and training programs paid for by Safe.
  • Flexible Working Hours : Flexible and remote‑friendly work arrangements.
  • Work‑Life Balance : 3 weeks of vacation plus an additional paid 6 seasonal days off per year.
  • Health & Wellness : Extended health, dental, and counseling benefits from day 1.
  • Family : Parental Leave Top‑Up Program for new parents through childbirth or adoption.
  • Shared Success : Bi‑annual profit sharing and RRSP / TFSA matching program.
  • Accessible Commute : Complimentary parking and bike storage.
  • About Safe Software

    Safe Software transforms organizations with FME, the only All‑Data Any‑AI Enterprise Integration Platform connecting all your data, anywhere, at any velocity. With over 30 years of expertise and 25,000+ enterprise customers across 125+ countries, we simplify your data journey wherever it leads.

    Founded in 1993, Safe is headquartered in Surrey, BC with over 200 team members and counting. We’re always looking for talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are determined to learn and grow. Are you ready to join the team?

    Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

    Safe Software is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all candidates regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, disability, national or ethnic origin, political belief, religion, or family status. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, contact hr_dept@safe.com.

    For privacy and process questions, contact hr_dept@safe.com.

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