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Senior AI Data Strategist (1099 Contract)

ElevationHR

Houston, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120–$150 Per Hour
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Transformation, Cloud Computing, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Ecosystems, Enterprise Architecture, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Machine Learning, Microsoft Windows Azure, Operational Strategy, Product Programs, Production Control, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk, SQL (Structured Query Language), Snowflake Schema, Strategic Analysis, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Senior AI Data Strategist (1099 Contract) Location: Downtown Houston, TX (Hybrid) Rate: $120–$150/hr (1099) Duration: 12 Months – Strong Potential for Extension Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Only Notes: NO C2C (Corp 2 Corp) engagements ElevationHR is partnering with a large-scale energy and infrastructure enterprise undergoing a multi-year AI and data transformation. We are seeking a Senior AI Data Strategist to lead enterprise AI adoption—from strategy through production across mission-critical operations. This role is designed for a builder-operator who can align executive vision with hands-on delivery and drive real-world AI outcomes at scale. Why This Role * Own end-to-end AI strategy and execution across an enterprise environment * Deploy AI into real operational systems (not just experimentation) * Influence executive decision-making and enterprise roadmaps * Operate at the intersection of AI, data platforms, and business transformation Key Responsibilities * Lead and operationalize enterprise AI strategy across multiple business domains * Design, build, and deploy LLM and multimodal AI solutions in production * Architect and scale AI/data platforms across AWS, GCP, and Azure * Translate complex business problems into AI-driven products and capabilities * Partner with executive stakeholders to drive AI adoption and value realization * Establish and mature AI governance, risk, and responsible AI frameworks * Drive delivery from concept → prototype → production → scale Required Experience * 10+ years in data strategy, advanced analytics, or machine learning, with recent experience delivering AI/GenAI solutions in production * Proven track record of leading enterprise AI or data product initiatives * Hands-on experience with LLMs, GenAI, and modern AI ecosystems (OpenAI, Vertex AI, Claude, etc.) * Strong technical foundation in Python, SQL, and cloud-based data platforms (Snowflake, AWS, GCP, Azure) * Experience operating within regulated or complex enterprise environments * Ability to engage and influence executive and cross-functional stakeholders Preferred Background * Experience building AI-enabled products or platforms end-to-end * Background in enterprise data architecture and governance * Experience driving digital or AI transformation initiatives at scale * Consulting or enterprise transformation experience Important Notes * 1099 Contract Role * $120–$150/hr * Hybrid – Downtown Houston, TX * S. Citizen or Green Card holders only * No C2C engagements

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