Head of AI

At Aiven, our vision is to help developers and builders bring their ideas to life with speed and simplicity by providing a data platform that makes open-source infrastructure easily accessible to everyone. There is an ongoing paradigm shift with regards to how AI is changing how software gets built, used, and run. Simultaneously, within Aiven, we are changing the way we operate in this new era.

The Role 

We are looking for a Head of AI to lead this critical evolution. Your primary objective is to accelerate our AI transformation strategy which you will lead with a “show, don't tell"-attitude, creating a culture that fundamentally rethinks how work is accomplished. 

What You'll Do

Vision, Strategy and Ownership of Results

• Set the vision and strategy for Aiven’s AI transformation and be a role model for the change
• Lead the internal AI transformation to ensure the shift in how we operate happens faster
• Establish an AI enablement practice to support different functions through the change
• Set the frameworks to quantify investments and measure progress holistically throughout the organization

Partner to Win

• Partner with all functions to define and implement AI utilisation and efficiencies across our core business standards
• Partner with product to ensure our product strategy reflects the new paradigm 
• Partner with security to ensure all of the above is done in swift manner while maintaining our rigorous infosec standards

AI Infrastructure & Tooling

• Own the outcomes around AI tooling and infrastructure 
• Assess current tolls and resources, evaluate utilisation rates and make recommendations on which tools should be in use to drive impact
• Lead company wide context management practices and ensure we are set for success
• Evaluate our core operational systems to determine their interoperability with agents and plan the future of these together with our teams

What We're Looking For

You are a hands-on AI enthusiast, actively exploring and understanding the practical implications of emerging AI models, tools and frameworks. You have a strong network in the AI space and excel at communicating highly complex technical topics in a simple, digestible fashion.

You understand how to create an environment for change and have a natural tendency to build cross-functional bridges to maximise your impact. You have a strong bias for action and strongly prefer shipping a working prototype over sitting in a long meeting.

You are a high-energy individual with proven evidence of high-agency problem solving.

Amazing! What’s next:

If you think Aiven is the place for you and that our Values align with yours, send us your resume and we’ll get in touch!

Global Benefits:

Our global benefits are designed to help you thrive and grow, personally and professionally:

• Participate in Aiven’s equity plan.
• Balance work and life with our hybrid work policy.
• Choose the equipment you need to set yourself up for success.
• Use your Professional Development Plan budget for learning opportunities.
• Receive holistic wellbeing support through our global Employee Assistance Program.
• Inquire about our Global Time Off Commitment (Parental and Sick Leave, as well as Personal Time)
• Enjoy country-specific benefits for our global cast.

How to Recognize and Avoid Employment Scams:

There has been a rise in fake job postings used by scammers to get personal information. At Aiven, all of our emails relating to recruitment come from an @aiven.io, @greenhouse.io or @eu.greenhouse.io domain and all of our interviews are conducted by video call or in person.  Our interviews will never occur via text or chat. If you’re unsure of the legitimacy of a job opportunity/offer pertaining to Aiven, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at recruitment@aiven.io.

Equal Opportunities:

Aiven provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, marital and family status or without regard to any other similar personal attributes. Aiven complies with applicable local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training and any other terms and conditions related to employment.

At Aiven we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs in our working environment and job application procedures. We make all reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or who otherwise need support to thrive in the workplace. We are committed to continuously improving workplace accessibility. There is an option to request a discussion in the application process but if you have any questions before applying please write to us at recruitment@aiven.io.

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