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Cerence Inc.

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💰 Grant on 2020-12

Description

• Develop and execute the AI strategy, defining the long-term vision and roadmap for AI technologies at Cerence. • Align the AI strategy with business goals and market trends to ensure continued innovation and competitive advantage. • Lead and inspire a team of AI researchers and engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and innovation. • Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team members. • Evangelize the company’s innovation in the evolving generative AI with customers. • Drive the research and development efforts of AI technologies, including Large Language Models and Multimodal modelling combining speech & haptics, and computer vision. • Identify and explore new AI opportunities and applications to enhance Cerence's product offerings. • Ensure the technical excellence of AI solutions, overseeing the design, development, and evaluation of AI models, algorithms, and architectures. • Drive continuous improvement and innovation in AI methodologies and techniques. • Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, and other stakeholders to align on AI initiatives, prioritize projects, and ensure successful integration of AI technologies into Cerence's products. • Stay abreast of the latest advancements and trends in AI technologies and their applications in relevant industries. • Share insights and thought leadership internally and externally through publications, conferences, and other channels. • Identify opportunities for intellectual property generation and protection through patents, copyrights, or trade secrets, ensuring Cerence's competitive edge in AI technology. • Collaborate with other teams within Cerence, such as UX design, data science, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of AI technologies and deliver exceptional user experiences. • Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements related to AI technology development and usage.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in AI research and development, with a strong focus on natural language processing, deep learning, and computer vision. • Proven track record of leadership in driving AI initiatives, including strategy development, technology innovation, and team management. • Solid understanding of AI algorithms, models, and architectures, with expertise in applying them to real-world applications. • Strong knowledge of programming languages commonly used in AI, such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar frameworks. • Experience in leading and managing a team of AI researchers and engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. • Excellent understanding of the AI landscape, emerging trends, and technologies, and their potential impact on user experiences and business outcomes. • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into AI solutions and technical roadmaps. • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex AI concepts and strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence.