Rise Networks is a leading Data and Artificial Intelligence for Development Social Enterprise dedicated to the tech education and skills of people, digital transformation of organizations and innovation adoption in the public sector with the goal of leveraging some of the technologies of the fourth Industrial Revolution to solve some of Nigeria & Africa’s most complex problems. With years at the forefront of learning development, research and human-centered innovation, we understand the game-changing strategies for accelerating the growth of people’s lives and careers, businesses, non-profits, governments and the world in general.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: AI and Data Science Lead

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AI and Data Science Lead to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our AI and data science initiatives, managing a team of data scientists, and working closely with cross-functional teams to implement AI-driven solutions.
• The AI and Data Science Lead will play a crucial role in developing and executing our data strategy, driving innovation, and delivering impactful projects that align with our organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AI and Data Science team in developing and implementing AI-driven solutions and data science projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into data science problems.
• Design and develop machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex problems and improve decision-making processes.
• Manage end-to-end data science projects, from data collection and preprocessing to model deployment and monitoring.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI and data science and apply new techniques to improve existing processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members.
• Work with engineering teams to integrate AI models into production systems and ensure scalability and performance.
• Communicate findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders through clear and concise reports and presentations.
• Drive continuous improvement in data quality, data governance, and data infrastructure.
• Collaborate with external partners, research institutions, and industry experts to advance our AI and data science capabilities.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in AI and data science, with a proven track record of delivering successful AI projects.
• Strong expertise in machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and data analytics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java, and experience with data science libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work with large and complex datasets.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in managing and mentoring data science teams.
• Familiarity with AI ethics, data privacy regulations, and best practices in AI governance.
• A passion for innovation, continuous learning, and staying ahead of industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a related field.
• Experience in the education or social impact sector.
• Published research or contributions to the AI and data science community.
• Experience in AI-driven product development or start-ups.

Application Closing Date
4th September, 2024.