Head of Ai Lab

2 months ago

Toronto, Canada Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Full time

Why you’ll love working here:
- high-performance, people-focused culture- our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves- learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth- membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security- competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, and newly extended maternity/parental leave top of 26 weeks)- optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%- yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars- access to an annual wellness reimbursement program for health and wellness-related expenses for permanent and temporary employees- the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

Job Summary

We are actively seeking a visionary and accomplished leader to spearhead our HOOPP AI Lab, a groundbreaking initiative that aims to revolutionize investment management and pension administration through the strategic exploration, evaluation, and implementation of cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. Reporting into the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), this role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of our organization and the pension industry at large.

What you will do:
Strategic Vision and Leadership:
- Provide strategic leadership in alignment with the goals set by the Executive Team, focusing on the exploration and integration of AI technologies, including Machine Learning, Generative AI, and AI-driven analytics.- Develop and execute a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with HOOPP's overarching objectives.- Provide visionary leadership to proactively identify and capitalize on disruptive industry developments.- Lead and inspire a high-performing team of software engineers, data scientists, and business strategists.- Foster a collaborative and innovative environment across HOOPP to drive AI initiatives forward.

Innovation and Experimentation:
- Proactively monitor disruptive industry developments, identify applicable use cases for HOOPP, and lead early experimentation in a secure, ring-fenced environment.- Collaborate with external entities, industry leaders, and internal teams, researching and leveraging evolving AI solutions to enhance investment decision-making, portfolio optimization, risk management, and back-office operations.- Conceptualize and develop Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) within a secure, ring-fenced environment, ensuring the safeguarding of HOOPP's operational technology assets.- Evaluate successful PoCs for potential transition into full-scale projects, adhering to existing HOOPP practices.- Assess in partnership with IT Enterprise Architecture on compatibility of successful PoCs with existing technology stack to ensure a smooth integration of AI technologies.

Governance and Compliance:
- Establish and adhere to a less intrusive governance model that facilitates autonomy and nimbleness in AI exploration.- Develop and implement relevant AI policies and governance frameworks, considering regulatory and general governance factors.

Secure Technical Environment:
- Oversee the operation of the Lab within a segregated technical environment, ensuring the safeguarding of HOOPP's operational technology assets.- Implement procedures to protect HOOPP IP against data leakage.

Metrics and Reporting:
- Track and report key metrics, including knowledge gained, completed experimentations (PoCs), and successful PoCs transitioned into production.- Provide regular updates and insights to the Executive Team.

What you bring:
- Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master’s) in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a closely related field.- Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in leading and executing Innovation initiatives within the financial industry, with a focus on investment management and capital markets.- Proven expertise in implementing AI technologies, including but not limited to advanced Machine Learning algorithms, generative AI models, and emerging AI frameworks.- Deep understanding of AI technologies, including Machine Learning and Generative AI- Knowledge of relevant AI policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory considerations.- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide multidisciplinary teams, including software engineers, data scientists, and business strategists.- In-depth und

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