AI Director / Director of Machine Learning (Remote, Full-Time) [AS256]

1 hour, 36 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Software Development
Smart Working

Smart Working

Smart Working is a company that specializes in software development outsourcing and staff augmentation. They offer nearshore software development services, outsourcing solutions, and staff augmentation with a focus on providing highly skilled Indian de...

Internet Software & Services

Description

  • Define and lead the organization’s AI and machine learning strategy in alignment with business and product goals.
  • Oversee the research, development, testing, and deployment of AI and ML solutions.
  • Identify opportunities to apply generative AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation across products and internal processes.
  • Gather stakeholder needs and translate ideas and challenges into actionable AI initiatives and delivery plans.
  • Lead approved AI projects, proofs of concept, prototypes, and production implementations.
  • Evaluate emerging AI models, frameworks, and technologies and recommend fit-for-purpose solutions.
  • Prototype custom and locally hosted AI models trained on proprietary datasets.
  • Establish best practices, governance frameworks, and standards for AI development and deployment.
  • Define guidelines for agentic AI systems and autonomous workflows.
  • Partner with engineering, product, design, and leadership teams to drive adoption of AI capabilities.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and AI practitioners.
  • Educate stakeholders on AI capabilities, limitations, risks, and practical applications.
  • Stay current with AI and machine learning trends, research, and emerging technologies.
  • Communicate complex AI concepts and technical decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related technical discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience in an AI Lead, AI Manager, Head of AI, Director-level, or equivalent leadership role.
  • Proven experience leading AI/ML initiatives from concept through production deployment.
  • Strong expertise in machine learning theory, algorithms, model development, and system design.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python and experience building production-grade AI/ML solutions.
  • Strong experience with C++ in AI, simulation, or high-performance systems.
  • Hands-on experience with modern machine learning frameworks including PyTorch and TensorFlow.
  • Strong understanding of generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and AI-assisted workflows.
  • Experience evaluating, implementing, and integrating AI solutions into real-world products and systems.
  • Ability to assess AI technologies and communicate their strengths, weaknesses, limitations, and business applicability.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing technical strategy.
  • Ability to balance innovation, experimentation, and practical delivery outcomes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
  • Experience mentoring engineers, researchers, and technical teams.
  • Preferred: experience in gaming, interactive entertainment, simulation, or real-time systems.
  • Preferred: experience developing or deploying agentic AI systems and autonomous workflows.
  • Preferred: familiarity with locally hosted AI models, fine-tuning strategies, and private AI infrastructure.
  • Preferred: experience with reinforcement learning, NLP, computer vision, or multimodal AI systems.
  • Preferred: exposure to MLOps, model monitoring, and AI governance frameworks.
  • Preferred: experience integrating AI solutions into production software products at scale.
  • Preferred: knowledge of emerging AI development tools, coding assistants, and AI-driven engineering workflows.
  • Preferred: experience building and scaling AI teams in high-growth or innovation-focused organizations.

Benefits

  • Fixed shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST in summer and 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST in winter.
  • No weekend work for better work-life balance.
  • Laptop and full medical insurance provided from day one.
  • Mentorship, community support, and forums for idea sharing.
  • Long-term career opportunity in a culture that values your contributions.
  • Remote-first full-time role with location flexibility.

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