Principal Applied Scientist / Head of AI

Head of AI** Onsite / Hybrid, Mountain View, CA Stealth Mode GenAI StartupJoin a stealth mode GenAI startup backed by a top VC, they are currently a team of 10, with folks from Google, Twitter to name a few. This company have recently secured a huge funding round and are focused on building cutting-edge AI-driven consumer applications at scale. They are targeting hundreds of millions of regular users all around the world.We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director/VP of Artificial Intelligence to leadour clients AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in LLMs, and a track record of deploying AI solutions in production environments. This role requires strategic leadership, technical proficiency, and the ability to drive innovation in AI applications. **Strategic **** Define and execute the companys AI strategy, aligning it with businessobjectives to drive growth and innovationTeam ***** Lead, mentor, and manage a team of AI engineers and researchers, fosteringa culture of collaboration and continuous learning.AI ***** Oversee the design, development, and deployment of advanced LLMapplications, ensuring scalability and performance in production settings.Research and ***** Stay informed of recent advancements in GenAI and LLMs, integratingthese into our product offerings as appropriate.Collaboration and ***** Work closely with product management, engineering, anddesign teams to integrate AI solutions. Articulate AI concepts and strategies to stakeholders, including team members, external collaborators and non-technical audiences.Were looking for the following **Masters or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.8+ years in AI and machine learning, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.Extensive experience with LLM architectures and applications; hands-on proficiency.Proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing AI teams in a fast-paced environment.Exceptional ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences effectivelyStrong analytical and strategic thinking skills.Active participation in AI research communities, with a history of publications or contributions to open-source projectsPreferred **Demonstrated success in scaling AI initiatives within startup environments.Experience in integrating AI solutions into consumer-facing productsIf you are passionate about advancing AI technologies and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Created: 2025-02-20