Head of Artificial Intelligence

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. AI Strategy Formulation and Implementation •Develop mid-to-long-term AI technology strategic plans aligned with corporate business objectives (e.g., hospitality and tourism industry intelligence, user growth, personalized recommendations, AI-powered customer service, data-driven insights). •Drive the implementation of AI technologies in hospitality and tourism scenarios (e.g., dynamic pricing, intelligent itinerary planning, NLP-based customer service, image recognition, predictive analytics). Technical Leadership and Team Management •Build and manage cross-functional AI teams (algorithm engineers, data scientists), define technical roadmaps, and prioritize R&D initiatives. •Lead core technology selection (e.g., machine learning frameworks, large-scale model applications, cloud service tool chains) to ensure efficient and scalable solutions. •Formulate and execute AI algorithm development strategies, including technical roadmap planning, team building, and project management, ensuring alignment with company strategy target. Cross Team Collaboration and Commercialization •Collaborate closely with product, engineering, sales, client management and marketing teams to identify AI-driven business growth opportunities (e.g., user profile optimization, automated marketing, operation efficiency enhancement). •Oversee end-to-end AI project lifecycle from proof-of-concept (PoC) to scaled deployment, translating technical outcomes into measurable commercial value. Industry Trends and Technology Research •Follow up with cutting-edge AI advancements (e.g., generative AI, multimodal models, federated learning) and assess their applicability in the hospitality and tourism sector. •Foster partnerships with universities, research institutions, and technology vendors to integrate external innovation resources. Risk Management and Resource Coordination •Ensure AI compliance (data privacy, ethical reviews) and mitigate risks such as algorithmic bias. •Manage technology budgets and coordinate internal/external resources (e.g., computing power, data assets, strategic partnerships). What We’re Looking For Education Background •Master's/PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, or related fields, with a strong theoretical foundation in areas such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, and statistical modeling. Industry Experience •5+ years of experience in AI, at least 3 years in team management. Prior exposure to hospitality, tourism, OTA, internet, or B2B industries is preferred. •Proven track record of leading end-to-end AI project implementations (e.g., recommendation systems, AI-driven customer service, computer vision applications, RAG, Agent frameworks). Technical Capabilities •Expertise in mainstream AI frameworks (TensorFlow/PyTorch) and practical experience with large models (e.g., GPT, Llama), including fine-tuning, deployment, and inference optimization. •Comprehensive technical proficiency in databases, networking, security compliance, data processing, and architectural design. •Familiarity with multiple AI domains: NLP, speech, computer vision, time-series forecasting, search/recommendation systems, etc. •Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Alibaba Cloud), big data tools (Spark/Hadoop), and distributed computing frameworks (Ray). •Deep understanding of AI project lifecycle management (SDLC, MLOps). •Strong algorithmic background with expertise in model training optimization, data mining, and cutting-edge AI methodologies (machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning). •Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, business-aligned technical solutions with robust engineering execution. •Technical foresight and business acumen to translate technological capabilities into commercial outcomes. Business Sense •Ability to align technical capabilities with business needs, including cost-profit analysis and ROI evaluation. •Skill in identifying commercial opportunities by integrating emerging technologies with industry demands. •Exceptional cross-functional communication skills, adept at articulating technical value to non-technical executives. •Entrepreneurial mindset with adaptability to fast-paced environments. •Publications in top-tier conferences (NeurIPS/CVPR, etc.) or leadership experience in open-source projects. •Familiarity with hospitality/tourism industry pain points (e.g., dynamic inventory management, user behavior prediction). Who is DerbySoft? Connecting different businesses together is what DerbySoft’s all about. We make the travel business easier by developing intelligent technology services delivering superior performance for our customers around the globe. We’re passionate about empowering companies to achieve their goals and transforming how companies interact with their customers. Our sophisticated connections between business partners provide highly efficient connections that minimize and evaluate transaction volume, improve functionality and provide secure and reliable environments. Our digital marketing capabilities provide Artificial Intelligence powered algorithms to help hotels manage rates, bidding and advertising and maximize their return on advertising spend. DerbySoft has been recognized as a distinguished partner to the industry since 2002 offering strengths through exceptional technology and customer service with local operations globally. Why work with DerbySoft? •We offer competitive salary based on experience •Peer recognition programs •Casual work environment where teamwork is key •Work with passionate experts who will share their knowledge and help you develop and grow! •Annual and performance bonus Seniority level

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