Job Description

Our company specializes in the development of animal health management solutions. We are a multidisciplinary product company, a diverse team of 450 closely collaborating scientists, AI experts, software, hardware, and mechanical engineers… working alongside veterinarians and other animal experts. Our passion? Shaping the future of animal health and well-being (for much better!).

Our products and platforms identify trends and predict the likelihood of health outcomes for HUNDREDS of MILLIONS of animals each year, from pets, to poultry, farm animals, and even fish. We provide actionable insights for veterinarians, farmers, and producers, changing the way people care for animals in 150 markets.

So, if you’re looking to work in a company that combines pioneering science and technology, dedicated colleagues, and animals, you’ll find it all here – come join us! 

Our Global AI Group is responsible for the research and development of all AI applications of our animal monitoring solutions. The group spreads across multiple geographies and businesses, such as Ruminants, Companion Animals, Swine and Aqua. It’s a diverse group, comprised from multiple professions such as Algorithm Engineers, Data Scientists, Animal research veterinarians, data annotators and an operational body. We master diverse technologies in signals, vision and data to provide comprehensive solutions, ranging from embedded systems to on-premise and cloud solutions.

Requirements

M.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer science, Mathematics or Physics15+ years' experienceExperience in managing an AI group for medical devices, medical applications, or healthcareManagement of a group of 40+ with multiple concurrent product developments and research activitiesExperienced with complete development cycle from a developer, team lead and group manager perspectiveAbility to define and implement work methodologies, cross-organizational processes and drive innovationGood knowledge of Machine Learning Workflow, frameworks, infrastructures and best-practicesFluent in both spoken and written English

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the global AI strategy for animal monitoring solutions across diverse segments, aligning initiatives with business objectivesLead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of AI professionals, creating an innovative and collaborative environmentOversee AI research initiatives and direct the development of applications, ensuring timely delivery while meeting real market needsWork closely with product management and engineering teams to integrate AI technologies into products and services, driving knowledge sharing across the organizationEstablish KPIs for AI projects, monitor progress, drive efficiency via tools and methodology adoptionReport outcomes to senior management, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making

Preferences

Experience in animal health industry or knowledge in animal scienceWorking in a cross-culture environmentManaging products from multiple technological domains - Data Science, Signal processing and Computer Vision

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

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Required Skills:

Cross-Functional Teamwork, Emotional Intelligence, High Performance Team Building, Informed Decision Making, Leadership, Program Management, Researching New Technologies, Software Development, Team Management, Vision Setting

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Job Posting End Date:

08/3/2025

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Requisition ID:R342018