Head of Machine Learning

2 Months ago • All levels • Artificial Intelligence

Job Summary

Job Description

The Head of Machine Learning at DNEG will lead the strategic direction and development of advanced machine learning initiatives. This role involves managing the R&D roadmap, mentoring a world-class team, and fostering a culture of excellence. Key responsibilities include executing the ML R&D roadmap, driving innovation in deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and reinforcement learning, collaborating with product and engineering teams, monitoring emerging AI technologies, and overseeing ML infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership, communication, and technical skills with proven experience leading ML R&D teams and a deep understanding of AI ethics.
Must have:
  • Exceptional leadership & communication skills
  • Proven track record leading ML R&D
  • Advanced degree in relevant field
  • Deep learning framework & programming expertise
  • Understanding of AI ethics & fairness
Good to have:
  • PhD and published research
  • Experience deploying large-scale models
  • Cloud platform & MLOps familiarity
  • Proficiency in C++
  • Ability to build and lead distributed teams

Job Details

Description

Position at DNEG

Job Description / Key Purpose of the Job:

The Head of Machine Learning at DNEG leads the strategic direction and development of advanced machine learning initiatives, driving innovation and ensuring that AI-powered solutions translate into real-world business impact. We are looking for a leader to help shape the future of ML/AI tooling in the VFX industry. 
The candidate will need to collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust AI solutions that align with the company’s objectives. The role involves managing the research and development roadmap, mentoring teams, and fostering a culture of excellence, all while balancing innovation with the operational realities of a high-security production environment.

Key Responsibilities / Job Duties:

  • Execute the strategic roadmap for machine learning R&D aligned with company goals.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a world-class machine learning team.
  • Drive innovation in areas such as deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning.
  • Collaborate with product and engineering teams to integrate research breakthroughs into scalable, production-ready solutions.
  • Monitor and evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend adoption strategies where applicable.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of machine learning infrastructure and tools to support research and deployment.
  • Establish partnerships with academic institutions and industry organizations.

Job Requirements / Must Haves:

  • Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
  • Proven track record in leading machine learning R&D teams or projects.
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and programming languages (e.g., Python).
  • Deep understanding of AI ethics, fairness, and interpretability.
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to define and communicate a compelling vision.

Additional Skills / Nice to Have:

  • PhD and/or strong portfolio of published research and patents in top AI conferences and journals.
  • Experience deploying large-scale machine learning models in production.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms and MLOps best practices.
  • Proficiency in languages beyond Python, such as C++.
  • Able to knit together a high performing distributed team and communicate a consistent vision.

About You:

  • Visionary thinker with a passion for advancing the state-of-the-art in AI.
  • Collaborative and team-oriented.
  • Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.

For CANADA : Please note that this is a unionized position and will be covered by a collective agreement between DNEG and IATSE, in the coming months. As a unionized employee, you will be required to join the union and will benefit from the conditions set out in the collective agreement. Union dues will be required once the collective agreement is in place.

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Description du poste / Objectif principal du poste :


Le Responsable de l'Apprentissage Automatique chez DNEG dirige la stratégie et le développement des initiatives avancées en apprentissage automatique, en favorisant l'innovation et en veillant à ce que les solutions alimentées par l'IA aient un impact concret sur les affaires. Nous recherchons un leader pour contribuer à façonner l'avenir des outils ML/IA dans l'industrie des effets visuels (VFX).
Le candidat devra collaborer avec des équipes interfonctionnelles pour créer des solutions IA robustes alignées sur les objectifs de l'entreprise. Ce rôle inclut la gestion de la feuille de route pour la recherche et le développement, le mentorat des équipes et la promotion d'une culture d'excellence, tout en équilibrant innovation et réalités opérationnelles d'un environnement de production hautement sécurisé.
Responsabilités principales / Missions :
  • Exécuter la feuille de route stratégique pour la recherche et le développement en apprentissage automatique, en alignement avec les objectifs de l'entreprise.
  • Diriger, encadrer et développer une équipe de machine learning de classe mondiale.
  • Stimuler l'innovation dans des domaines tels que l'apprentissage profond, le traitement du langage naturel, la vision par ordinateur et l'apprentissage par renforcement.
  • Collaborer avec les équipes produits et ingénierie pour intégrer les percées de la recherche dans des solutions évolutives et prêtes pour la production.
  • Suivre et évaluer les technologies émergentes en IA et recommander des stratégies d’adoption le cas échéant.
  • Superviser le développement et la maintenance des infrastructures et des outils de machine learning pour soutenir la recherche et le déploiement.
  • Établir des partenariats avec des institutions académiques et des organisations professionnelles.

Exigences du poste / Compétences indispensables :

  • Compétences exceptionnelles en leadership, mentorat et communication.
  • Expérience avérée dans la direction d’équipes ou de projets de R&D en machine learning.
  • Diplôme avancé en informatique, machine learning, IA ou domaine connexe.
  • Expérience approfondie des frameworks de deep learning (par exemple, TensorFlow, PyTorch) et des langages de programmation (par exemple, Python).
  • Compréhension approfondie de l’éthique de l’IA, de l’équité et de l’interprétabilité.
  • Pensée stratégique avec la capacité de définir et de communiquer une vision convaincante.

Compétences supplémentaires / Atouts :

  • Doctorat et/ou un solide portefeuille de recherches publiées et de brevets dans des conférences et revues AI de premier plan.
  • Expérience dans le déploiement de modèles de machine learning à grande échelle en production.
  • Familiarité avec les plateformes cloud et les meilleures pratiques MLOps.
  • Maîtrise de langages autres que Python, comme C++.
  • Capacité à réunir une équipe distribuée hautement performante et à communiquer une vision cohérente.

À propos de vous :

  • Penseur visionnaire avec une passion pour l'avancement de l'IA.
  • Collaboratif et orienté équipe.
  • Résilient et adaptable dans un environnement à rythme rapide.
  • Haut niveau de curiosité et engagement envers l'apprentissage continu.

Pour le CANADA : Veuillez noter qu'il s'agit d'un poste syndiqué et qu'il sera couvert par une convention collective entre DNEG et IATSE dans les mois à venir. En tant qu'employé syndiqué, vous devrez adhérer au syndicat et bénéficierez des conditions énoncées dans la convention collective. Les cotisations syndicales seront exigées une fois que la convention collective sera en place.


About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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About The Company

DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

 

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work. 


Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.

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