Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing

Rhombus is purposefully transforming the nation’s defense and national security enterprises with Guardian, its Artificial Intelligence platform for strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making at the speed of relevance.

We are looking for people who are driven by a sense of purpose. In this role, you will serve as Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing to solve our customer’s uniquely complex problems. We work to provide relevant, actionable, and AI-powered insights at each step in the defense decision-making cycle. Rhombus uses data-driven technology to equip our clients with the tools they need to solve the complex, interconnected challenges they face. 

Location

Washington, D.C.

Job Description

Rhombus Power is seeking a Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing to manage the delivery of complex enterprise AI software deployments. Candidates are expected to bring a strong track record of driving tangible business value and outcomes for DoD customers, with expertise in application development, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and with data integration. 

The Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing will have multiple responsibilities including the following: growing and managing an on-site team, working with reach-back developers and leadership, providing software deliverables to clients including program management during the period of performance, and capturing new business opportunities. 

We’re seeking someone in leadership experience of small to medium sized teams, with subject matter expertise in PPBE, Resource Planning, and POM cycles. Headquarters Air Force (HAF) experience is highly preferred. 

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining close relationships with senior executives and leaders of our multiple clients, working with these stakeholders to fully understand their needs, and then fully executing these partnerships from proposal through project implementation. You must be willing to lead projects to completion and not wait for detailed instruction from company leadership.

This position requires technical aptitude and a combination of skills: strategy consulting, facilitation, stakeholder management, project management, process optimization, analytics, and AI methods - a person who loves fixing problems and always brings their best to work. 

This role requires U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residence. Active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance (Secret or higher) is highly preferred. 

Responsibilities

• Manage Client Relationships: Act as the primary point of contact for the client, building strong, lasting relationships to ensure client satisfaction and retention. Work closely with the client to understand their specific needs and guide them through the product development and user training. 
• Client Training and Onboarding: Drive development and delivery of training tutorials to ensure the client's team is proficient in using Guardian products and applications.
• Integrate Client Feedback: Regularly gather and review client feedback to iterate on product development and identify opportunities for additional product features or services.
• Cross-functional Project Management: Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the timely product delivery and resolution of technical issues.
• Drive Business Growth: Collaborate with the business development team to identify and pursue opportunities to expand the client's use of products and services. 
• Generate New Business Leads: Leverage client interactions and industry networking to identify potential new clients and business opportunities, collaborating with the business development and marketing teams to convert leads into customers.

Qualifications

• A Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research or similar field; Advanced Engineering degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years delivery management experience with enterprise solutions.
• Experience leading engagements with substantial exposure and involvement with data science, cloud infrastructure, solution architecture, application development, and data engineering. 
• Credible customer presence, capable of stepping into a trusted advisor role. 
• Leadership experience, the ability to enforce good project governance and promote delivery excellence.
• Excellent presentation, written, communication with keen attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• This role requires U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residence. Active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance (Secret or higher) is highly preferred. 

Salary Range

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $190,000 to $240,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.