Director of AI

Prisma Photonics was founded in 2017 by a team of experts in lasers, optical fibers, and algorithms. We have a proven track record of building and scaling advanced systems in the deep technology and laser domains. We set out to leverage an innovative approach in optical fiber sensing to reach new, unforeseen scales within the world of utilities and infrastructure. We help keep the most critical large-scale infrastructure up and running with a quantum leap in linear infrastructure monitoring.

We empower our customers with technology that allows for increased awareness of their assets in real-time, along with actionable insights. Featuring an innovative pay-as-you-grow model, we merge our Hyper-Scan Fiber Sensing™ technology with machine learning to respond to safety and operational scenarios. Our R&D team is dedicated to building a robust edge computing platform, integrating cloud pipelines for real-time research and inference, and developing deep learning models that detect, classify, and track seismic and acoustic signals near critical infrastructure and utilities.

The Director of AI at Prisma Photonics is responsible for leading all aspects of Deep Learning, Machine Learning, and Signal Processing research for our products. The AI team supports all of our market segments, including power lines, border security, oil and gas pipelines, and more. This leadership role drives the development and implementation of complex algorithms across our product portfolio and plays a key role in enhancing our company's ability to interpret seismic and acoustic signals captured by our unique fiber sensing technology

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking a visionary leader who is an expert in deep learning and passionate about pushing the boundaries of our technology. The ideal candidate will bring infectious enthusiasm to the team, inspire innovation, and pursue excellence. They must be able to articulate complex concepts clearly, make decisive choices, and focus on key product capabilities with a forward-thinking strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire three high-performing algorithm teams by setting clear goals, creating effective work plans, and conducting regular progress reviews.
• Implement necessary organizational adjustments to optimize team dynamics and ensure seamless alignment with company objectives.
• Foster a team culture that emphasizes professionalism, accountability, collaboration, and quality.
• Lead the development of advanced AI models tailored to our market segments. Take full ownership of designing, training, and deploying AI components for cloud data pipelines and edge computing services.
• Establish a robust framework for continuous updates and field integration, driving consistent improvements in KPIs and model generalization.
• Clearly articulate the capabilities and value proposition of our AI models to stakeholders, including technical customers and executives. Provide insightful analysis of risks and opportunities to support critical company decisions regarding market strategy and product development.
• Foster close relationships with our data engineering, edge computing, optical systems, project management, and product teams. Lead the effort in building a scalable, future-proof infrastructure that supports efficient development, ensures operational continuity, and facilitates the rapid scaling of AI initiatives.

Requirements:

• Educational Background: Advanced degree (MSc or PhD preferred) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science from a renowned institution.
• Minimum of 8 years of leadership experience managing machine/deep learning development team. Lead projects from research and innovation to production level.
• Proficient in deep learning models and frameworks, developed models over image, voice or signals.
• A strong foundation in software design.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, executive level presentations experience, and ability to drive decisions with data