R&D Manager/Director
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Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.
Were a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.
Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.
What we do: build the most AI-driven, innovative, forward-thinking platform for energy management. From optimising resources to delivering cost-effective, exceptional customer experiences through advanced Customer Information Systems (CIS), billing, meter data management, CRM, and AI-driven communications, Kraken is powering the next wave of innovation in the energy industry.
Were seeking an AI Research and Development Lead to drive innovation for Krakens AI solutions. In this role you will spearhead R&D initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and have a significant impact on the scope and growth of the business by shaping the direction of our AI products. From optimizing the energy grid, through orchestrating service agents, to designing future product categories for energy consumers - your work will directly contribute to advancing our mission by harnessing AI to accelerate the transition to renewable energy.
Develop and execute a comprehensive research and development strategy that aligns with the companys mission and objectives.
Guide the R&D of new AI algorithms and systems for energy related applications with focus on support, coding, trading, maintenance and optimization applications.
Design scalable test environments, benchmarking and evaluation frameworks to measure and optimize AI system performance across billions of tasks.
Champion best practices in data collection, cleaning, enrichment, and governance to support robust AI models.
Identify and design AI tools for developer productivity and operational efficiency.
Mentor and inspire multidisciplinary teams of engineers and data scientists focused on pushing technological boundaries.
Identify emerging trends in AI technologies and their potential applications to energy systems to drive innovation and maintain competitive edge.
Transform research breakthroughs into production-ready AI solutions through close collaboration with engineering.
Drive thought leadership in AI research and its applications to energy systems through publications and industry engagement.
PhD in computer science, ML, or AI or equivalent experience.
Deep expertise in large-scale model, AI agent orchestration, benchmarking and deployment.
Significant experience in AI research and development, with a proven track record in leading complex projects.
Experience with data enrichment and building knowledge bases to support AI systems.
Advanced proficiency in PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Jax, and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Java).
If you have any specific accommodations or a unique preference, please contact us at inclusion@kraken.Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. We consider all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our (i) Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Notice , (ii) Website Privacy Notice and (iii) Cookie Notice govern the collection and use of your personal data in connection with your application and use of our website. These policies explain how we handle your data and outline your rights under applicable laws, including, but not limited to, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Employment type Full-time
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- Location:
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- Job Type:
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