Head of AI Research

Head of AI Research | High-Growth Start‑Up | London

We’re seeking a Head of AI Research to spearhead the technical vision and growth of an ambitious, well‑funded early‑stage start‑up redefining what’s possible with intelligent systems. You’ll lead a world‑class team of researchers and engineers, setting the direction for AI innovation while staying close to the code and experiments that make it happen.

This is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal stage of the company’s journey - where your decisions will shape both the technology and the team from the ground up.

• MSc or PhD in AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Robotics
  , or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years working at the intersection of research and engineering, translating state‑of‑the‑art AI into production systems.
• Proven leadership experience – mentoring researchers, building high‑performance AI teams, and setting technical roadmaps.
• Strong programming expertise in Python
  , C++,
  Rust
  , or Java
  .
• Publication record at leading AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g.
  NeurIPS
  , ICLR
  , CVPR
  , ICCV
  , ICRA
  ).
• Clear communication skills, capable of bridging the gap between research depth and business strategy.
• A builder’s mindset – hands‑on, experimental, and eager to solve complex problems with pragmatic AI solutions.
• Preference for on‑site collaboration in London
  , contributing to a fast‑moving, high‑energy environment.

As Head of AI Research
, you’ll define the core research agenda, establish best practices for experimentation and deployment, and ensure AI becomes a key driver of innovation across the organisation. You’ll work with founders, product leaders, and engineers to turn breakthrough ideas into real‑world impact.

Director

Full‑time

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