Head of AI & Machine Learning

Calgary, AB, Canada (Remote)

Are you passionate about redefining the future of mental health support through AI? AlchemistOne, an innovative startup dedicated to pioneering AI-assisted therapy, is looking for a Head of AI & Machine Learning to drive our AI ambitions and transform our mobile applications into groundbreaking tools for recovery and personal growth.

Who We Are

Our founders and our team of passionate angel investors are dedicated to helping reshape the world in which we live. We’re all recovering addicts (or have been touched by addiction) and align with our core values of honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness. Our founders are hardworking, full-time hustlers, and we’re dedicated to fostering an environment of opportunity and personal growth.

Who You Are

You’re a creative, outside-the-box thinker who doesn’t follow the beaten path. Constantly looking for new and unconventional solutions, you thrive on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in technology, especially in areas as impactful as mental health support. While you’re driven to innovate, you are deeply committed to respecting privacy and human rights, knowing that true progress in technology must uplift and protect the user, especially in sensitive fields.

You’re not looking for a typical 9-5 role; you thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments, motivated by the opportunity to build something from the ground up. For you, limits are just challenges waiting to be overcome. You’re inspired by the chance to redefine norms in AI and mental health, and you’re ready to go the extra mile to create transformative tools that make a real difference in people’s lives.

What You’ll Do

  • Strategize and Innovate: Partner with our CEO to explore AI business models, create strategic development roadmaps, and shape our unique AI offerings.
  • Lead AI Integration: Architect, develop, and embed cutting-edge AI capabilities into our existing mobile apps, driving value and user engagement.
  • Collaborate and Represent: Engage in strategic meetings with funding and development partners, shaping and communicating our AI vision.
  • Mentor and Guide: Lead, coach, and inspire our model trainers, setting standards for quality and innovation.

About You

  • Self-Starter: You thrive in fast-paced environments, excel with minimal supervision, and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes.
  • Proven Leader: A background of high achievement in leadership roles, demonstrating both technical expertise and team leadership.
  • Canadian Resident: This role requires residency in Canada to align with our company’s structure and goals.

What We Offer

  • Unlimited Vacation: Work at your own schedule as long as deliverables are met.
  • Equity: Share in the success and growth of a promising new startup.
  • Growth Opportunities: Shape a core product in a startup with endless potential for personal and professional advancement.
  • Remote-First: Enjoy the flexibility of working fully remotely.

Qualifications

  • AI/ML Expertise: Extensive experience with NLP, machine learning model deployment, and real-world application of AI, with a specific focus on Federated Learning models and deploying models on mobile applications.
  • Federated Learning Knowledge: Proficiency in building and managing federated learning systems, particularly with Flower.ai and PyTorch.
  • Global AI Privacy Knowledge: Familiarity with and commitment to upholding global AI privacy standards, including the OECD AI Principles, EU AI Act, and California AB-2013.
  • Quick Break: Tell us your favorite movie in your resume or cover letter, just so we know you’re reading!
  • Strategic Vision: Ability to assess the viability of new features, considering user needs and the fast-evolving AI landscape.
  • Ethics and Observability: Experience with model observability, tracking, and ethical challenges in AI development, especially in sensitive areas like mental health.
  • Communication Skills: Strong presentation and collaboration skills for system designs, architectures, and outcomes.
  • Passionate about Impact: A deep commitment to making a difference in the addiction recovery space.

Technical Skills

  • AI/ML & NLP Proficiency: Proven experience with NLP models (e.g., GPT, BERT) and frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Federated Learning Implementation: Familiarity with the Flower.ai framework and PyTorch for federated learning deployment.
  • Cloud & Database: Strong experience with AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda) and MySQL database management, ensuring scalable, secure AI/ML deployments.
  • Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries. Experience with backend languages like Node.js or Java is beneficial for API development.
  • Mobile Development Knowledge: Familiarity with mobile platforms (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android) is a plus, as it helps streamline AI feature integration within our app infrastructure.

Compensation

We provide a compelling compensation package with a competitive base salary and the opportunity for equity, offering long-term rewards tied to our mission-driven success.

If you’re excited to help us transform the future of AI-assisted therapy and lead our AI initiatives, we would love to hear from you. Please note: this position is open to Canadian residents only.

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