Head of Exploratory R&D - Industrial AI

We’re partnering with a global industrial technology company to appoint a senior AI research and innovation leader who will help shape its long-term approach to emerging AI. This is a highly exploratory role sitting at the intersection of frontier AI research, technical strategy and industrial application . You’ll be responsible for identifying important developments across the AI landscape, determining what has genuine potential versus hype, and turning the strongest ideas into prototypes and early-stage technology initiatives. The opportunity You’ll have the freedom to investigate emerging areas of AI, build and test new concepts, and influence where a major industrial technology organisation invests next. The role will involve: Exploring emerging AI research, models and architectures Building and validating experimental AI concepts Taking promising ideas from research through early incubation Evaluating new approaches across foundation models and the wider AI ecosystem Identifying opportunities for AI within complex industrial environments Working closely with senior technical, product and business leaders Communicating emerging technology opportunities to executive stakeholders Building and mentoring a high-calibre AI R&D team Someone with 10+ years of experience across AI/ML, applied research, advanced R&D or technology innovation , ideally combining deep technical capability with the ability to influence at executive level. You’ll likely have: Deep knowledge of modern AI and foundation models A strong research and experimentation mindset Experience taking emerging technologies from concept towards real-world application Exposure to AI within industrial, engineering, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing or other complex physical environments Strong technical credibility, ideally supported by publications, patents or recognised research contributions Experience presenting complex technical ideas to senior executives Previous technical leadership and/or team-building experience An advanced degree in Computer Science, AI, Applied Mathematics or a related technical discipline is highly desirable This is a rare opportunity for someone who wants to stay close to frontier AI research while having the resources and influence to determine how those technologies could be applied to real-world industrial problems. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeepRec.ai