Head of Artificial Intelligence

Fiscal FX
London
1 year ago
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About Us: We are a forward-thinking company at theintersection of finance and technology, dedicated to developingcutting-edge solutions that redefine customer experiences andindustry standards. As we grow, we're looking for an AI expert tojoin our leadership team and work closely with our CEO to develop atransformative AI tool that will push our offerings to the nextlevel. Role Overview: The Head of AI will play a pivotal role indeveloping an innovative AI product that aligns with our strategicvision and advances our company’s technical capabilities. This rolerequires a balance of technical expertise, strategic insight, andcollaborative skills to lead the design, prototyping, anddeployment phases in collaboration with senior leadership andcross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate withthe CEO and Product Team: Work closely with the CEO to understandthe overarching strategic goals, translating them into AI-drivenproduct innovations. - Research and Development: Conduct extensiveresearch to identify the best AI models and methods for our uniqueneeds, ensuring the chosen approaches enhance functionality anduser experience. - Design and Prototype: Develop prototypes andproof-of-concept models that demonstrate the product’scapabilities, keeping scalability, robustness, and user-centereddesign in mind. - Lead AI Strategy Implementation: Direct theintegration of AI into our product framework, optimizing algorithmsfor performance and adapting them to our technologicalinfrastructure. - Collaborative Development: Engage withengineering, data science, and product teams to ensure AI solutionsare seamlessly incorporated and align with existing systems. - StayCurrent on AI Trends: Keep up-to-date with advancements in AI,particularly within areas that could enhance our product’s valueand efficiency. Qualifications: - Advanced degree (Master’s/PhD) inArtificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or arelated field. - Proven track record in developing and deploying AImodels for commercial applications, ideally within a product-drivenenvironment. - Strong expertise in machine learning algorithms,natural language processing, predictive modeling, or computervision. - Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, R,or relevant AI frameworks. - Excellent problem-solving abilitiesand the strategic mindset to align AI solutions with broaderbusiness goals. - Effective communication skills, with experiencetranslating complex technical ideas for both technical andnon-technical stakeholders. What We Offer: - Opportunity to workdirectly with leadership on a high-impact project - Competitivesalary and benefits package - A collaborative and innovativeenvironment focused on continuous learning and growth How to Apply:- Submit your CV, a cover letter outlining your experience with AI,projects, and any relevant portfolio work. We look forward toseeing how your expertise can help us build the next generation ofsolutions in our field.

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