Sr Principal AI Strategy and Implementation Specialist

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 8 Jun 2026 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeThe Medtronic Digital, Analytics, Insights, Media and Experience (DAIME) group within the Global Communications and Corporate Marketing (GCCM) function is looking for a Principal, AI Strategy & Implementation to drive the responsible, practical application of AI across marketing, communications, and creative teams. This role blends AI curiosity and applied knowledge with a strong understanding of how communications and marketing programs are developed, approved, and delivered in a complex organization.You will serve as a trusted internal consultant, partnering with stakeholders across operating units to identify high value AI opportunities, guide adoption, and translate emerging AI capabilities into real business impact. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do.                  AI Strategy Identify and shape use cases across communications, marketing, insights, content, and operations to accelerate strategic support and organizational priorities.Translate AI capabilities into practical, human‑centered workflows aligned to business needs and governance requirementsMaintain visibility into AI pilots, tools, and initiatives across the organizationDevelop AI roadmap and align enterprise and function strategy into cohesive planConsulting & Stakeholder PartnershipAct as a consultative partner to senior and workstream leaders to identify proactive opportunities to advance AIFacilitate AI discovery sessions, opportunity mapping, and working discussions to upskill existing work and establish AI based processesAdvise stakeholders on when and how AI should be applied—and when it should notApplication & AdoptionSupport AI enablement efforts such as training, facilitate AI Champion networks, and communities of practiceHelp teams move from experimentation to repeatable, value‑creating AI useContribute to AI adoption and maturity assessments and leadership reportingEstablish measurement criteria to determine and convey impact of AI projects and prioritiesMust Have RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.Nice to HaveIntellectually curious, social-savvy, and data-driven, with strong attention to detail The ability to not only deploy solutions, but also to convey planning and value proposition Perspective and experience using AI tools; working with analysts, data providers and developers is a plusDemonstrated work experience with ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot or other LLMs is criticalExperience in marketing, advertising, communications, or market research, with experience and passion for exploring new platforms and partnersProficiency in PowerPoint and Excel required, coding and API experience a plusDemonstrated Progress with Emerging TechnologyExperience applying AI in real business contexts (marketing, communications, insights, operations, or adjacent fields), going beyond prompt and basic agent building conceptsStrong conceptual understanding of generative AI and automation; hands‑on technical depth not requiredHigh curiosity and continuous learning mindset around AIFoundation in Marketing & CommunicationsExperience working within or closely with marketing, communications, or creative teamsUnderstanding of how campaigns, content, and communications programs come to life in regulated or brand‑sensitive environmentsStrong Consulting Skills & Ability to InfluenceProven ability to diagnose needs: problem framing, synthesize need-states, and translate ambiguous business challenges into actionable recommendationsAbility to influence without authority in a matrixed organizationClear communicator and storyteller, with technical and non‑technical audiencesFor Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued. Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA co