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Head of Machine Learning - Remote

1 big thing: Axios HQ is an AI-powered software that helps organizations of all sizes plan, write, and send essential comms that boost trust, transparency, and alignment. Learn more about Axios HQ:

Why it matters: Our Head of Machine Learning will play an integral role in driving the vision for Axios HQ as an AI-powered essential communications tool.

Go deeper: In this role, you will make an impact to Axios HQ through the following responsibilities:

Lead and develop the ML and Data science team while influencing the product roadmap and related ML tech roadmap
Drive value in the product development process by bringing ML and AI sensibilities to all aspects of HQ's product.
Move the ML team to a cohesive unit serving our growing squads, while also identifying space to perform forward looking experimentation around new ideas in ML/AI

The details: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios HQ’s mission and values - raise the bar, stay curious, be inclusive, always, and champion each other - and have the following skills/experience:

10+ years of professional experience
Deep knowledge of ML and AI, particularly in business applications of modern approaches
Experience leading a team in a player/coach capacity
Experience collaborating with an Executive team by supporting strategic efforts, including presenting to the board of directors, major clients, and key prospective clients.
Nice to have: Understanding and experience in the full ML production pipeline, from training to deployment to optimization.
Background in NLP based AI applications preferred
Experience building scaled ML systems in a cloud / SaaS product preferred
Industry credentials / credibility in the ML community preferred

Don’t forget:

Axios HQ believes in fair and equitable pay. Annual compensation for this role is confidential and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills.
Health insurance (options include 100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
401K
Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
Company equity
A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
Annual learning and development stipend

Additional perks:

One mental health day per quarter
Monthly work-from-home stipend
Tele-mental health services
OneMedical membership, including tele-health services
Virtual company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Axios HQ is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Axios HQ makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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