**Director, Google Customer Engagement Services Practice – Lead the Future of Customer Experience at blithequark**

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving innovation and growth in the field of customer experience? Do you have a deep understanding of Google Customer Engagement Services (CES) and a proven track record of delivering large-scale AI/ML projects for enterprise clients? If so, we invite you to join blithequark as a Director, Google Customer Engagement Services Practice, where you will lead the growth and expansion of our global Google CES capabilities. **About blithequark** blithequark is a leading digital product consultancy and the digital division of one of Canada's largest telecommunications providers. With a global team across North America, South America, Central America, Europe, and APAC, we offer end-to-end expertise across eight core service areas: Digital Product Consulting, Digital Marketing Services, Data & AI, Strategy Consulting, Business Operations Modernization, Enterprise Applications, Cloud Engineering, and QA & Test Engineering. Our mission is to design and deliver transformative customer experiences through cutting-edge technology, agile thinking, and a people-first culture. **The Opportunity** As a Director, Google Customer Engagement Services Practice, you will be responsible for shaping our strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional value to our clients through the intelligent application of Google's cutting-edge AI technologies for customer engagement. You will lead the growth and expansion of our global Google CES capabilities, building and scaling our expertise in Conversational Agents, Agent Assist, and Conversational Insights. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, deep technical understanding of Google CES products, strong business acumen, and exceptional leadership skills to inspire and empower a high-performing team. **Responsibilities** * Global Practice Leadership & Growth: + Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for the Google CES practice within blithequark's Global AI team, driving significant growth in revenue, market share, and client adoption across various industries. + Identify new business opportunities and cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders at Google and within client organizations to expand our footprint. + Champion the adoption of Google CES solutions, including Conversational Agents (Dialogflow, Gen AI Agents), Agent Assist, and Conversational Insights, ensuring alignment with client needs and business objectives. + Lead the entire lifecycle of solution development and delivery, from conceptualization and design to implementation, optimization, and ongoing support. + Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for the practice, regularly reporting on progress and demonstrating tangible business value. * Solution Development & Innovation: + Stay abreast of the latest advancements in Google CES, generative AI, natural language processing (NLP), and broader customer engagement technologies, integrating new capabilities into our offerings. + Drive the creation of innovative solutions and accelerators built on the Google CES platform, addressing complex customer experience challenges for our clients. + Oversee the technical architecture and delivery excellence of Google CES implementations, ensuring high quality, scalability, and adherence to best practices. + Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team, encouraging experimentation and the adoption of cutting-edge techniques. * Team Leadership & Development: + Recruit, mentor, and develop a world-class team of AI specialists, conversational designers, solution architects, and delivery managers focused on Google CES. + Provide strong technical and strategic leadership, fostering a collaborative, high-performance, and client-centric team environment. + Develop and implement training programs to ensure the team possesses the necessary skills and certifications in Google CES technologies. + Manage resource allocation, project prioritization, and operational efficiency within the practice. * Client Engagement & Partnership: + Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their business challenges and translating them into effective Google CES solutions. + Lead client presentations, workshops, and solution demonstrations, effectively articulating the value proposition of our Google CES offerings. + Collaborate closely with blithequark's sales, marketing, and other delivery teams to ensure seamless go-to-market strategies and integrated client solutions. **Competencies** * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree is a significant asset. * 10+ years of progressive experience in technology consulting, digital transformation, or customer experience roles, with a strong focus on AI/ML solutions. * 5+ years of leadership experience building and scaling high-performing teams, ideally within a global consulting or professional services environment. * Proven expertise and hands-on experience with Google Customer Engagement Services (formerly CCAI), including deep knowledge of: + Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering large-scale AI/ML projects for enterprise clients, particularly in the customer service domain. + Strong understanding of contact center operations, customer journey mapping, and key customer experience metrics. + Excellent business acumen with the ability to identify client needs, develop compelling value propositions, and drive revenue growth. + Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive-level stakeholders and technical teams. + Proven ability to influence and collaborate across diverse internal and external stakeholders. + Strategic thinker with a strong problem-solving orientation and the ability to navigate complex business challenges. **What We Offer** * A great culture and interesting work with opportunities for growth and development * Eligibility for the following benefits: + Healthcare benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental + 401K matching + Employee Share Purchase Plan + Competitive PTO Policy + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Life & Disability Insurance + And more! * Annual performance bonus based on personal, division/business unit, and company performance **Annual Base Salary Range (Performance Bonus Eligible)** $132,000—$165,000 USD If you are a visionary leader with a passion for driving innovation and growth in the field of customer experience, we invite you to join blithequark as a Director, Google Customer Engagement Services Practice. Apply now to take the first step towards shaping the future of customer experience at blithequark.