From the listing
About the role
Toptal is a global network of top talent in business, design, and technology that enables companies to scale their teams on-demand. With $200+ million in annual revenue and team members based around the globe, Toptal is the world’s largest fully remote workforce.
As the CEO of AI Services, you will lead Toptal’s AI Services business, one of the most innovative divisions of the company. You will be the chief architect and operator, constructing frameworks that enhance operational efficiency and push the limits of what is possible for AI Services.
This role demands a builder’s mindset and a deep sense of ownership. You will create the AI frameworks and strategy, ensure functions are working to perfection, and drive consistent execution across all AI Service areas including data annotation, forward-deployed engineering, and enterprise AI transformation.
What you'll do
- Own the vision, strategy, and execution plan for Toptal’s AI Services and all AI-driven offerings.
- Define the organizational structure and leadership model for the AI Services teams.
- Provide hands-on operational leadership, bringing rigor and clear accountability to all AI Service lines.
- Translate high-level strategy and business objectives into detailed operational roadmaps.
- Establish scalable processes and systems to ensure delivery excellence and client satisfaction at scale.
- Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Finance, and Legal to execute strategic priorities.
- Drive a high-performance culture across all functions and businesses.
- Regularly and reliably attend scheduled virtual team meetings on camera.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in scaling complex AI, technology, or service organizations.
- Proven track record of successfully leading multi-service or AI-driven initiatives with P&L accountability.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute scalable AI strategies and operational frameworks.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and handle a wide variety of challenges.
- Willingness to travel to meet with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
- Must be a world-class individual contributor.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- Experience at a technology, AI, or hyper-growth company.
- Management consulting experience at a top-tier firm (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG).
- Investment banking experience.
From the company page
Toptal benefits
◉ Remote policy · in their words
“Work wherever, on your terms. Being a fully-remote workforce means that all you need is wifi and a laptop. You can work from home, your favorite cafe, or even a charming villa halfway around the world.”
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The hot takeJeff's read on Toptal
Toptal has one of my favorite (and clear) remote work policies:
Work Remotely
Work wherever, on your terms. Being a fully-remote workforce means that all you need is wifi and a laptop. You can work from home, your favorite cafe, or even a charming villa halfway around the world.
I would love to see a little more information about the perks and benefits Toptal offers its employees.
Note: They do NOT appear to be a Hire From Anywhere (HFA) company. You likely need to be eligible to apply for certain positions.