Your new company
Our client, a leading global chemistry company across US, Canada, Asia and Europe, is going through a Digital Transformation. They are building a Digital Hub for the global business in Toronto city, therefore we are hiring multiple technology talents with ambition to join the digital hub. Our client has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in Canada and the GTA in 2023, and for many consecutive years prior. Most recently, BASF was thrilled to receive two awards for the first time – Forbes 2022 Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2023.
Your new role
Are you ready to lead the forefront of AI innovation in BASF? Join us as a Technical Lead, where you'll oversee groundbreaking AI projects, guiding teams to success within set parameters of time, quality, and budget. Thrive in a role that blends technical excellence with strategic leadership and be rewarded with career growth opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in the industry.
- Lead AI Projects: Spearhead AI projects from a technical standpoint, coordinating implementation teams to ensure timely, high-quality, and budget-compliant delivery.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and goals, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Technical Quality Assurance: Uphold technical quality and best practices throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring robust and reliable solutions.
What you'll need to succeed
- MSc or PhD in Natural Language Processing, Data Science, or related field.
- At least 2-3 years of working experience in AI, specifically around NLP, GenAI and LLMs. Work in academia only counts as experience if the applicant has completed a PhD.
- Technical Project Management: Demonstrated extensive experience in managing technical projects and leading diverse teams to successful outcomes.
- Software Development & AI/ML: Proficiency in software development and a deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, driving innovation and technical excellence.
- Agile Methodologies: Expertise in agile methodologies and project management tools such as Scrum, Kanban, and Jira, facilitating efficient project execution.
- Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Strong problem-solving capabilities and decision-making skills, essential for navigating complex project challenges.
- Communication & Leadership: Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
What you'll get in return
The total rewards that you receive as a employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, they believe investing in you is investing in their success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.
They also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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