Full-time · Remote

Vice President, Data Architecture, Engineering & AI

This executive role is a rare opportunity to lead the AI and data evolution for a major national retailer. It combines high-level strategic vision with the technical oversight of advanced engineering and data science teams. The position is ideal for a leader who wants to turn data into a tangible product that drives billions in revenue.

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Hiring company

Kohl's

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States · Posted 1 May 2026

The role

Overview

This executive role is a rare opportunity to lead the AI and data evolution for a major national retailer. It combines high-level strategic vision with the technical oversight of advanced engineering and data science teams. The position is ideal for a leader who wants to turn data into a tangible product that drives billions in revenue.

The hiring side

About Kohl's

Kohl's is an enterprise organisation working in retail, based in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States.

Industry

Retail

Size

Enterprise

Location

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States

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What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the enterprise-wide data and AI product strategy
  • Oversee the lifecycle management of scalable data products
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of technical specialists
  • Establish robust data governance and metadata standards
  • Advocate for AI innovation and data-driven decision making at the board level

Essential

  • Minimum of 12 years in senior data leadership positions
  • Extensive background in data product management and platform oversight
  • Proven history of scaling machine learning and AI solutions within large-scale enterprises
  • Deep technical knowledge of cloud ecosystems such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Expertise in managing data lakes, warehouses, and complex governance frameworks
  • Superior executive communication skills and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Experience leading integrated teams of data scientists, engineers, and product managers

Preferred

  • Experience in the retail or consumer goods industry
  • Track record of implementing real-time analytics and data streaming services
  • Advanced knowledge of API-first architecture and data democratization strategies

Key Skills

Data ArchitectureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine Learning (ML)Cloud ComputingData GovernanceStrategic PlanningExecutive LeadershipProduct ManagementMetadata ManagementKPI Development

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Remote work flexibility
  • Executive-level leadership opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Professional development and mentorship
  • Opportunity to lead enterprise-wide digital transformation

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