Lead Applied AI Engineer

Summary

Join our Global IT Organization as we shape the future through digital, data, and AI. We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Lead Applied AI Engineer to guide the development and delivery of innovative AI solutions that align with enterprise goals. This high-impact role will lead the design and operationalization of AI models and intelligent agents using Microsoft Azure AI services (and other hyperscalers), large and small language models (LLMs and SLMs), multi-modal LLMs, RAG, and modern development frameworks. The engineer will drive scalable AI and Agentic AI implementations that generate enterprise insights, enhance productivity, and accelerate innovation across Hollister's global operations.

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Data, AI and Digital Platforms, this leader will collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to shape strategic AI initiatives, mentor team members, and ensure the delivery of secure, compliant, and transformative solutions.

Successful candidates will be required to work 3 days a week from our Hollister office in Libertyville, IL (USA), ensuring consistent collaboration and team engagement. For the remaining days, you have the flexibility to work remotely. As such, it\'s essential for candidates to be based near the Hollister office to facilitate easy commuting. We believe this approach fosters a dynamic work environment while respecting the need for work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI / ML and Agentic AI solutions that align with enterprise strategy and deliver measurable business impact.
• Guide cross-functional teams through complex AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility.
• Architect and operationalize advanced AI models—including LLMs, SLMs, multi-modal models, and traditional ML—using Python and cloud-native platforms such as Azure AI.
• Build and integrate intelligent agents using frameworks like LangChain and Semantic Kernel into enterprise platforms, driving automation and insight generation.
• Apply MLOps best practices to ensure robust, secure, and compliant deployment pipelines using Azure Machine Learning and Azure DevOps.
• Serve as a technical advisor to business stakeholders, translating strategic goals into actionable AI solutions and roadmaps.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of AI governance, standards, and best practices across the organization.
• Evaluate and implement emerging GenAI tools and frameworks, fostering innovation and continuous improvement in Hollister's AI capabilities.
• Ensure AI systems adhere to privacy, security, and regulatory standards including PHI, PII, GDPR, and HIPAA.
• Collaborate with global teams and enterprise systems (e.g., Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SAP Datasphere) to integrate AI solutions that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions of the Role

Requirements

Specialized Skills / Technical Knowledge

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About Hollister Incorporated

Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

EOE Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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