About Persistent:
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.5M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. Our 26,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We won the 2025 ISG Star of Excellence™ Award for AI and Data Excellence and were named a Leader in the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Data, Analytics and AI Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025.
Role: Associate Vice President, AI Consulting
Location: California, U.S.
Persistent Systems is seeking an accomplished and visionary senior leader to join our AI Consulting Practice. In this role, you will work closely with our practice leadership to design, deliver, and scale Ai-led transformation programs for our clients. You will play a key role in shaping client Ai strategies, driving measurable business impact, and expanding the adoption of Persistent's Ai offerings across industries. This position requires a blend of deep AI domain expertise, strong consulting skills, and the ability to engage at the executive level. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, technology partners, and clients to turn AI opportunities into tangible, sustainable outcomes – from strategy through execution.
What will you do:
Practice Leadership & Growth
- Contribute to the vision, strategy, and go-to-market plan for Persistent's Ai Consulting practice, in collaboration with practice leadership.
- Develop differentiated Ai consulting offerings and frameworks that align with enterprise priorities and deliver measurable value.
- Drive revenue growth through strategic account expansion, new client acquisition, and partner ecosystem development.
- Mentor and grow a high-performing consulting team, fostering expertise in Ai consulting and client engagement.
Client Engagement & Delivery
- Engage at the executive level to identify, qualify, and shape Ai transformation opportunities.
- Lead high-impact advisory engagements – from assessing Ai maturity to designing transformation roadmaps, Ai governance frameworks, and responsible AI policies.
- Partner with delivery and build teams to ensure Ai strategies translate into successful deployments and measurable outcomes.
- Lead strategic aspects of high-visibility Ai transformation initiatives, driving exceptional outcomes and strong client relationships.
Innovation & Thought Leadership
- Track Ai market trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to keep Persistent at the forefront of Ai adoption.
- Publish thought leadership content, participate in industry forums, and represent Persistent in analyst briefings to elevate brand visibility.
- Collaborate with technology partners, hyperscalers, and the Ai ecosystem to co-develop solutions and accelerate client outcomes.
What will you bring:
- 15+ years of experience in consulting, technology advisory, or digital transformation.
- Demonstrated ability to originate, shape, and close strategic Ai consulting engagements.
- Proven track record of driving business growth and leading large-scale Ai or advanced analytics transformation programs.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to link Ai capabilities to enterprise priorities across BFSI, Healthcare, Hi-Tech, and other industries.
- Exceptional executive presence, relationship-building skills, and ability to engage C-level stakeholders.
- Experience driving organizational change, stakeholder alignment, and adoption strategies for Ai-driven initiatives.
- Experience in developing and scaling new offerings or practices in a consulting environment.
- Familiarity with Ai technologies, data platforms, governance frameworks, and ethical considerations in Ai deployment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent).
- Experience with Generative Ai, Agentic Ai, and Ai-enabled business models.
- Exposure to industry-specific Ai use cases and regulatory considerations across BFSI, Healthcare, Hi-Tech, or other enterprise sectors.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards.
Our company fosters a values-driven and people-centric work environment that enables our employees to:
- Accelerate growth, both professionally and personally.
- Impact the world in powerful, positive ways, using the latest technologies.
- Enjoy collaborative innovation, with diversity and work-life wellbeing at the core.
- Unlock global opportunities to work and learn with the industry’s best.
Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
