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Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is seeking a Principal Engineering AI Solution Architect. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a strategic individual contributor, responsible for shaping the vision, development, and implementation of AI initiatives across the engineering organization. This position demands thought leadership in AI, with a focus on leveraging advanced technologies to drive transformative change within our engineering teams.

As a Engineering AI Solution Architect, you'll be part of our Tools & Outdoor team working as a hybrid employee. You'll get to:

• Architect AI-driven solutions for complex engineering problems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product management, data science, and IT) to define solution requirements and technical specifications.
• Coordinate and oversee the end-to-end implementation of AI projects, from ideation and prototyping to deployment and monitoring.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI technologies, frameworks, and tools based on project needs.
• Guide and mentor engineering teams on AI/ML model integration, data pipelines, and cloud deployment strategies.
• Develop and maintain AI roadmaps for engineering.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements in all AI solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest AI trends, research, and technologies to drive innovation within the organization.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and technical workshops as a subject matter expert.

The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience with integrated HW-SW product development, with 5+ years focused on AI/ML projects with engineering design applications.
• Proven track record applying AI/ML methods to drive transformational change in engineering.
• Proven track record of designing and deploying AI/ML solutions in production environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, data engineering, and MLOps practices.

Skills:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Expertise in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with data modeling, ETL pipelines, and API design.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in cloud architecture or AI/ML (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning, Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer).
• Experience in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, or healthcare.
• Familiarity with edge computing and IoT integration.

The Details:

• You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!