Head of AI Unit

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Established in 1990, our client is a leading international software solutions provider for the Banking and Investment Management industries, with global offices in key financial centers and presence in 50 countries across 4 continents, as well as a listed company in Athens Stock Exchange.

Thanks to their passionate, highly aspirated and tech savvy people, they deliver innovative, agile, and award-winning solutions to the biggest FinTech institutions, always aiming to develop on cutting-edge technologies (mobile, cloud, AI), offering various deployment methods (BPO, SaaS) and competitive functionality.

About the Role: 

As the Head of Artificial Intelligence Unit, you will lead a team of talented developers and data scientists in the development and implementation of advanced AI and ML algorithms. Reporting directly to the Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction of our client’s AI initiatives while ensuring alignment with company objectives.

What You Will Need to Do: 

• Lead and inspire a team of developers and data scientists to deliver innovative AI solutions that meet business needs.
• Develop and implement advanced AI and machine learning algorithms, with a focus on natural language processing (NLP), neural networks, deep learning, and optimization techniques.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and deploy machine learning models that address complex business challenges.
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Utilize strong managerial skills to effectively allocate resources, prioritize projects, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that values diversity, creativity, and open communication.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, business leaders, and external partners, to drive AI innovation and adoption across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices in AI development and deployment.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science.
• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering Mathematics, Machine Learning, Optimization, or related computational sciences.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C++.
• Solid understanding of linear algebra, calculus, and probability theory.
• Familiarity with information theory, dynamical systems, and complexity analysis.
• Experience with Spacy, HuggingFace models, TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch, and OpenAI API is a plus.
• Proven track record of developing and deploying machine learning models.
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving strategic objectives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

What They Offer:

• Competitive & performance based remuneration.
• Meal Vouchers.
• Medical & Life Insurance Plan.
• New experiences within a multinational environment and global teams.
• Team spirit environment with passion for technology.
• Development opportunities within a market-leading, fast-growing organization.

If you want to be part of one of the top leading software firms in the FinTech industry internationally, we want to hear from you!