[Hiring] Vice President - AI, Data and Analytics @TDS

Role Description

At TDS, we're investing in the future of artificial intelligence, data, and analytics to transform how we serve customers, operate our business, and compete in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We are seeking a visionary and results-oriented Vice President - AI, Data & Analytics to lead this enterprise-wide transformation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, this executive leader will define and execute TDS's strategy for artificial intelligence, data, analytics, business intelligence, and data governance. You will partner with leaders across the organization to identify high-value opportunities, build modern data and AI capabilities, and deliver solutions that create measurable business impact.

This is a unique opportunity to build and scale enterprise AI capabilities from strategy through execution while leading talented teams across AI, data engineering, analytics, business intelligence, and data science.

This position has the flexibility to work remotely from a home office in any of the 40+ states where TDS operates. Travel of up to 25% may be required based on business needs and the selected candidate's proximity to TDS key office locations in Chicago, IL and Madison, WI.

Responsibilities

• AI, Data & Analytics Strategy: Partner with the CIO to develop and execute the enterprise AI, data, analytics, and governance strategy, including systems, platforms, roadmaps, investments, and operating models that enable secure, trusted, and business-aligned outcomes.
• Business Partnership: Partner with other business leaders to identify, prioritize, and deliver high-value AI and data solutions that improve customer experience, operational efficiency, financial performance, and strategic outcomes.
• Delivery and Adoption: Lead the acquisition, development and enterprise-wide adoption of AI, data management and business analytics while ensuring responsible governance, privacy, security, compliance, and ethical use in collaboration with technology, legal, compliance, audit, and risk stakeholders.
• Training, Execution & Value Realization: Enable enterprise AI and data capabilities, drive adoption through training and best practices, and measure business impact through governance, portfolio management, and value realization frameworks.
• Vendor Strategy and Management: Oversee vendor strategy, selection, performance, and partnerships for AI, data, analytics, and related technology platforms.
• Talent Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team across AI, data, and analytics functions, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience.
• 15+ years' experience of progressive technology, data, analytics, AI, or digital leadership experience, including significant experience leading enterprise-scale AI, data, and analytics functions.
• Master's Degree preferred in Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Significant experience developing and executing AI, data, and analytics strategies, with a strong preference for relevant experience within telecommunications or digital infrastructure industries.
• Proven success leading large, cross-functional teams and building high-performing AI, analytics, data, or center of excellence organizations.
• Deep expertise in modern AI, machine learning, generative AI, data management, business intelligence, analytics, data governance, and cloud-based data platforms.
• Experience modernizing data environments and implementing scalable, self-service, cloud-based analytics capabilities.
• Strong knowledge of modern technology delivery, governance, and operating models, including Agile, product management, DataOps/MLOps, security, privacy, compliance, and enterprise architecture.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions and measurable outcomes.
• Experience managing strategic vendors and technology partners.
• Exceptional executive communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits to support health, financial well-being, and overall happiness.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan for associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Education assistance and paid time off benefits such as vacation (15 days accrued per year for full-time; pro-rated for associates working between 20-39 hours).
• Sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates).
• Seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday.
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment).
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
• Medical coverage and 401(k) plan eligibility (if 18 or older) for associates working under twenty hours per week or for a limited term (i.e. interns).
• Opportunity to participate in Associate Resource Groups for community and professional development.