Are you an experienced R&D leader with a passion for cutting-edge AI and data science applications? We're seeking a visionary Project Manager to spearhead the development of an innovative artificial intelligence tool that will revolutionize information processing in the geology sector. This role offers the unique opportunity to build a first-of-its-kind product from the ground up and potentially grow into a CEO position.
Project Overview
Our ambitious initiative aims to create a pioneering AI-powered solution that will significantly enhance the speed and quality of processing large volumes of geological data. As the R&D Project Manager, you'll lead a specialized team of data scientists, AI engineers, and domain experts to develop this transformative tool that stands to disrupt traditional approaches in the geology and data science fields.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement comprehensive development processes for our AI-based geological data processing tool.
- Establish and lead cross-functional teams of data scientists, ML engineers, and geology experts from inception.
- Create detailed project roadmaps with clear milestones, deliverables, and timelines for the R&D initiative.
- Communicate effectively with C-level executives, ensuring alignment between technical development and business objectives.
- Identify monetization opportunities and develop business strategies for the product's market introduction.
- Manage resource allocation, budgeting, and risk assessment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the R&D team.
- Translate complex technical concepts into accessible presentations for stakeholders and potential clients.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies in AI/ML to maintain the product's competitive edge.
- Guide the team through challenges in developing advanced neural networks and machine learning algorithms for geological applications.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Proven track record (5+ years) managing R&D projects, preferably in AI, machine learning, or data science domains.
- Demonstrated experience building development processes and technical teams from the ground up.
- Strong understanding of data science fundamentals, artificial intelligence, neural networks, and machine learning models including recent developments like transformer architectures and foundation models.
- Background in or substantial knowledge of geology, mining, or related earth science fields.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and business languages effectively.
- Advanced project management capabilities with experience creating comprehensive product roadmaps.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to identify product monetization opportunities and market fit.
- Experience working with TensorFlow 2.x, PyTorch, or similar modern ML frameworks.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related technical field. Advanced degree preferred.
- Fluency in English; Russian language skills highly advantageous.
Nice to Have:
- Previous experience in the mining industry or industrial data processing.
- MBA or business development experience complementing technical expertise.
- Publications or patents in relevant technical fields.
- Experience with geological information systems (GIS) or specialized geological software.
- Knowledge of cloud infrastructure for AI deployments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Familiarity with NLP techniques for processing technical documentation.
- Experience with computer vision applications for geological imagery analysis.
- Prior startup experience or product development leadership.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to lead a truly innovative product with potential to transform an entire industry.
- Clear path to executive leadership, with potential to grow into the CEO role as the product matures.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
- Modern, comfortable office environment in Moscow.
- Full-time position with a stable, forward-thinking company.
- Chance to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and practical industrial applications.
- Professional development opportunities in both technical and leadership domains.
Join us in creating next-generation AI solutions that will redefine how the industry processes and analyzes geological data. This is a rare opportunity to lead groundbreaking work with significant industry impact and grow your career to the highest executive level.
