Head of AI & Technology

Head of AI & Technology

Shape the Future of AI Recruitment

Are you passionate about AI, technical leadership, and building scalable, high-impact products? Join us as a Head of AI & Technology and take the reins of a cutting-edge AI recruitment platform.

About the Role

This is a rare opportunity to lead the technical vision of a high-profile, AI-powered recruitment solution. You'll be responsible for ensuring its scalability, security, and long-term innovation. As a key technical leader, you'll collaborate with stakeholders, guide architectural decisions, and drive excellence in AI-driven hiring technology.

You'll also lead a team of 9 senior developers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

This is a hybrid role, requiring 3 days per week in our Central London office.

Your Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth technical audits covering code quality, security, and scalability.
Architect and oversee AI infrastructure to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance.
Lead the transition from outsourced development to a hybrid in-house model.
Ensure GDPR and security compliance across all systems.
Drive innovation using the latest in machine learning and natural language processing.
Define and execute a long-term technology roadmap aligned with business goals.
Identify and address technical risks and debt.
Manage ongoing support and maintenance of the platform.What You'll Bring

AI/ML Expertise: Deep knowledge of LLMs, NLP, and recommendation systems.
Technical Leadership: Proven experience in scaling AI products, DevOps, and cloud architecture.
Backend & Data Proficiency: Skilled in Python, Node.js, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and API security.
AI Deployment: Familiarity with MLOps, data engineering, and ethical AI practices.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align tech strategy with business objectives and cost efficiency.
Security & Compliance: Strong understanding of GDPR, API authentication, and observability.
Big Data: Experience with data lakes, warehouses, and tools like Spark, Kafka, and Airflow.
ETL Expertise: Ability to evaluate and optimize data ingestion and transformation pipelines.
DevOps & CI/CD: Hands-on experience with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Terraform, and CloudFormation.Why Join?

Lead the AI strategy for a next-gen recruitment platform.
Work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Influence strategic decisions at the highest level.
Be part of a collaborative, growth-focused team.Benefits

Hybrid working model
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Flexible holiday scheme
Paid time off for home moves
Contributory pension scheme
Enhanced family leave
Life assurance and other insurance benefits
Discounts at gyms and popular retailers
Comprehensive wellbeing and mental health support
Central London office surrounded by bars, restaurants, and theatres