Head of Artificial Intelligence

Niuro · Remote

Get on Board Posted Sep 29, 2025 First seen May 22, 2026
8+ years in software engineering, data science, or AI with at least 3+ years in leadership. Proven track record deploying AI/ML solutions at scale in production environments. Strong systems design background and experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred). Advanced Python programming skills; experience with modern AI frameworks and LLMs. Demonstrated success modernizing legacy platforms and delivering scalable, maintainable AI solutions. Exceptional executive-level communication abilities and a talent for translating technical concepts into business value. Fluent in English; Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.
  • Vision & Strategy: Partner with the CEO to define and execute Niuro's AI roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market opportunities. Translate strategy into actionable programs with clear milestones and metrics.
  • Architecture Leadership: Serve as the chief AI architect, designing scalable, secure AI-driven systems. Lead the transition from legacy platforms to modern infrastructure while ensuring reliability and compliance.
  • Innovation & Delivery: Drive rapid development of new AI-powered features and services, balancing speed with maintainability and long-term support.
  • Technology Oversight: Guide the use of cloud-based technologies (AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, Python, Windows Server/IIS, FastAPI). Implement monitoring (CloudWatch, Grafana) and data pipelines (AWS Glue/Lambda) to ensure scalability and observability.
  • People & Stakeholders: Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executives, clients, and internal teams. Mentor senior engineers and foster a culture of scientific rigor and responsible AI.
Niuro connects projects with elite tech teams, collaborating with leading U.S. companies. Our mission is to simplify global talent acquisition through innovative solutions that maximize efficiency and quality. The Head of AI will join Niuro’s remote-first environment to define and drive the AI strategy across the organization, partnering with the CEO to align technology with business goals. You will lead the design and deployment of scalable, secure AI platforms, modernizing legacy systems while delivering transformative AI capabilities for our clients. This role sits at the intersection of strategic leadership and hands-on technical execution, guiding cross-functional teams and ensuring that AI initiatives translate into measurable business outcomes. You will also help nurture a global, high-performance workforce through mentorship, training, and strong governance around AI programs.
Experience in regulated industries (fintech, govtech) and products with active users and customer support operations. Familiarity with AWS AI services, container orchestration (Kubernetes/ECS), and MLOps. Exposure to LLM-based automation and data engineering workflows. A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and strong collaboration skills.