Head of R&D
Core
Lead applied research strategy and build advanced AI models for energy systems, focusing on optimization, prediction, and intelligent decision-making to redefine utilities.
Role type
Principal Applied Research Lead (AI/ML)
Builds
Production-ready AI models and intelligent decision-making systems for energy utilities
Domain
Energy sector + Artificial Intelligence
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Deep learning, transformer architectures, foundation models, representation learning, system modeling, technical strategy, team leadership, product translation
Preferred skills
Experience with agentic workflows, multi-modal systems, scalable model deployment
Technologies
PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, Kubernetes, cloud infrastructure
Responsibilities
Define and execute applied research strategy; lead development of advanced AI models for energy systems; build and lead a high-performing research team; ensure models integrate into real-world production environments; collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate research into commercial value.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
