Director of Machine Learning

ic resources
remote, uk
1 year ago
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Director of Machine Learning

IC Resources is delighted to be partnering with an AI-chip manufacturer in their search for a new Director of ML (Machine Learning). Technical expertise and knowledge around developing novel model architectures and training methods for deep-learning hardware accelerators and applications is required to be successful in this role, but on a day-to-day you will be applying your vision and strategy to the technical roadmap and guiding the ML group in the right direction, to the next latest thing in ML.

Do you understand the inner workings of a neural network, as well having the know-how to implement on an AI accelerator? Have you spent at least 2 years building your leadership skills in a lead / head of / director level position? If yes to both and looking for your next step, get in touch.

Essential experience

Good academic background most likely demonstrated by a PhD with relevant publications Understanding in both the theory and application of ML Solid grasp of all the recent developments in ML 5+ years industry and/or extensive post-doc academic research – either must be in the field of ML applied to AI hardware 2+ years of leadership experience

What’s on offer?
Top end salaries for the European market Hybrid across multiple offices, or fully remote is an option if based in UK or mainland EU  
Interested?  This is a great opportunity for a Director of Machine Learning. Please apply now for immediate consideration and speak with Chris Wyatt who is recruiting for this position across the UK and mainland EU.

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