Head of Data Platform & AI
Core
Lead the technical vision and execution for Octave's data platform and emerging AI/ML capabilities, serving as a senior builder and cross-functional partner.
Role type
Head of Data Platform & AI (Leadership, hands-on IC)
Builds
Centralized data platform, production AI/ML systems, and scalable data products for analysts and product teams
Domain
Behavioral health technology, Data Engineering, Machine Learning, Generative AI
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure | product features
Required skills
Data platform architecture, AI/ML strategy, team leadership, technical prototyping, data governance, stakeholder management, organizational design
Preferred skills
Experience with LLM-based systems, decentralized analytics models, scaling engineering teams
Technologies
Cloud data platforms, ML frameworks, Generative AI tools, Data observability stacks
Responsibilities
Define and own the technical roadmap for data and AI; establish principles for building vs. leveraging external AI; ensure platform reliability and scalability; mentor team members and recruit specialized talent; partner with product leaders to translate business needs into technical initiatives
Seniority
Executive/Head level, hands-on technical leadership