Head of Artificial Intelligence

Uniting Ambition

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10 months ago

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An exciting opportunity to join a large-scale consultancy firm looking to amplify their Gen AI / Agentic efforts. This role is focused on setting the strategic direction, vision, and execution of AI initiatives along with providing guidance for their talented group of AI engineers.

About you:

The ideal candidate will have experience leading AI teams, setting the roadmap and delivering enterprise-level AI solutions at scale. You should have a solid grasp of modern AI tools and be capable of guiding your team through the complexities of implementing and optimising these technologies in real-world applications.

Key responsibilities:

Define and drive the overall AI strategy and vision for the company, aligning with business objectives and emerging AI trends.
Lead and mentor a growing team of AI engineers and technical experts, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
Oversee the development and deployment of AI-driven solutions and applications for clients, ensuring robust technical execution and scalability.
Work closely with senior stakeholders, including product management and business leaders, to define AI-driven initiatives that drive business value.
Evaluate and integrate new AI technologies, tools, and frameworks into the company’s AI ecosystem.
Stay at the forefront of AI research and industry trends, ensuring the AI capabilities remain competitive and innovative.
Foster a collaborative environment across teams, facilitating knowledge-sharing and continuous learning.

What You Bring to the Table:

A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's or Ph.D. is a plus.
Proven experience (5+ years) in a leadership role within AI, Machine Learning, or Data Science, ideally within a consultancy, tech firm, or enterprise setting.
Strong technical understanding of modern AI tools and frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, large language models (LLMs) and other AI technologies.
Experience setting AI strategy and executing on large-scale AI projects, with a focus on delivering tangible business outcomes.
A track record of mentoring and leading cross-functional teams, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and support your team members.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
A passion for AI and its potential to solve business challenges and transform industries.

If this sounds like you, please apply for more details.

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