Director of Artificial Intelligence
Next-Generation Artificial Intelligence Initiative | Scientists & Research Leaders
The working arrangement can be based in your home country (remote collaboration) or in China, depending on your preference and transition planning.
We are building a long-term technical platform focused on artificial intelligence, advanced computing, and next-generation intelligent systems. We are looking to connect with experienced scientists, engineers, and research leaders who care about how frontier AI moves from research capability to real-world deployment.
This initiative is part of a nationally supported innovation programme aimed at strengthening capabilities in AI research, advanced engineering, and large-scale intelligent technology infrastructure.
The focus is not only on short-term output, but on building the scientific and engineering foundations required for AI systems to scale reliably and create lasting impact.
Who this is for
You are likely a strong fit if you:
- Hold a PhD from a leading university
- Graduated in 2022 or earlier
- Have several years of post-PhD research or industry experience
And have worked in areas such as:
Core AI Research
- Large language models and foundation models
- Multimodal learning
- Reinforcement learning
- Generative models
- AI for scientific discovery
- Machine learning theory, optimization, or scalable training
AI Systems & Deployment
- Distributed training systems and model infrastructure
- High-performance computing and system optimization
- Data, evaluation, and alignment systems
- Inference, deployment, and production-scale AI platforms
- AI safety, robustness, and trustworthy systems
Embodied Intelligence & Applications
- Robotics and embodied AI
- Perception, planning, and control
- Human-AI interaction
- AI applications in science, manufacturing, healthcare, finance, or other complex environments
What makes this different
This is not a narrowly defined role with a fixed job description.
It is designed for experienced scientists and engineers who want to work on long-horizon technical challenges at the intersection of AI research, advanced engineering, and strategic technology development.
What the platform offers
- Ownership of important research directions or technical modules
- The opportunity to shape platform strategy, architecture, and validation pathways
- Long-term institutional backing
- Cross-functional collaboration across research, engineering, and industry
- A path focused on platform capability and long-term impact
How to engage
If you are currently working in artificial intelligence, machine learning, embodied intelligence, AI systems, or adjacent deep-tech domains — and are open to exploring long-term technical opportunities — we would be glad to connect.
The programme supports flexible engagement models, including remote collaboration, project-based involvement, and longer-term transitions depending on individual preferences.