Head of Artificial Intelligence

Uniting Ambition
Manchester
11 months ago
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Head of Artificial Intelligence

Head of Artificial Intelligence

Head of Artificial Intelligence

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence & Applications

Artificial Intelligence Co-Founder / Head of Sales (100 % remote) (m/f/d)

Artificial Intelligence Co-Founder / Head of Sales (100 % remote) (m/f/d)

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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