AI Research Director: Delivering Cutting-Edge Solutions

2 weeks ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Borealis AI Full time

RBC Borealis seeks an accomplished AI Research Director to spearhead a team of researchers and engineers in crafting innovative AI-based products for the financial services industry. As a key member of our organization, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to drive the effectiveness of your team, enabling them to deliver high-value business outcomes through the application of AI.

Your Responsibilities:
  • Develop and productize cutting-edge AI approaches, driving business impact through research and development;
  • Engage with business partners to define AI solutions that meet business needs, working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and develop effective solutions;
  • Provide technical leadership and scientific guidance to applied research projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and progress;
  • Foster a culture of innovation and growth, mentoring and leading a group of researchers and engineers to develop their skills and make meaningful contributions to RBC Borealis' research and development efforts;
  • Establish and promote Borealis as a thought leader in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning, contributing to the company's reputation and visibility.

Requirements:

  • A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent qualifications;
  • 5+ years of experience in leading high-impact machine learning solutions in a product-centric environment;
  • Proven track record of managing high-performing teams of researchers, data scientists, and engineers to deliver machine learning (ML) projects and solutions;
  • Proven experience across the entire research and development lifecycle, from concept prototyping to production-ready solutions, with a strong ability to engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop tailored solutions;
  • Exceptional communication skills;
  • Strong foundation in machine learning (ML) concepts, including a deep understanding of ML algorithms, architectures, and techniques.

What We Offer:

  • Join a team that values innovation and collaboration;
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock options where applicable;
  • Opportunities to make a lasting impact in the field of AI and machine learning.

About RBC Borealis:

RBC Borealis is the driving force behind Royal Bank of Canada's AI and data innovation. As part of Canada's largest financial institution, we bring together a team of architects, engineers, scientists, and product experts on a mission to revolutionize finance through world-class research, solutions, and a resilient data platform. With locations across Toronto, Waterloo, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver, we're at the forefront of AI research and platform development.



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