Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Workato
Job overview
The VP, AI Research Lab at Workato leads AI research to drive innovation in enterprise automation, impacting product development and company growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves defining a 24-month AI research roadmap, leading a team of researchers, publishing papers and patents, collaborating with product and engineering teams to productionize prototypes, and engaging customers to validate research.
Experience and skills
Requires a PhD in ML/NLP with 8+ years leading applied research teams, a strong track record of research production and publications in top ML venues, expertise in enterprise data modalities, and a strong publication and patent portfolio.
Work environment and culture
Workato promotes a flexible, trust-oriented culture focused on innovation, ownership, productivity balanced with self-care, and a dynamic work environment.
Company information
Workato is a leader in enterprise orchestration, helping businesses streamline operations with an AI-powered platform, recognized by Business Insider, Forbes, Deloitte, and Quartz for growth and remote work excellence.
Team overview
The candidate will lead a team of 10+ applied researchers and interns, fostering a culture of open science and high-quality publications.
Unique job features
The role offers unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI research projects like deterministic planners and self-healing automations, with a focus on publishing and patenting innovations.
Company overview
Workato is a leading enterprise automation platform that integrates applications and automates workflows across various business functions. They generate revenue through subscription-based services, offering different pricing tiers based on the number of integrations and automation tasks. Founded in 2013, Workato has grown rapidly, securing significant funding and forming strategic partnerships with major tech companies. Their platform is known for its ease of use, enabling both IT and business users to create complex automations without extensive coding knowledge.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your leadership experience in applied AI research, particularly your ability to define and execute long-term research roadmaps focused on enterprise AI innovations like deterministic planners and self-healing automations.
Highlight your track record of publishing in top-tier ML conferences such as NeurIPS, ICML, and ICLR, along with your patent achievements that demonstrate your thought leadership and innovation.
Apply through multiple channels including Workato's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of getting noticed for this VP, AI Research Lab role.
Connect with current AI research team members or leaders at Workato on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Workato AI publications or expressing enthusiasm about their approach to integrating research with product development.
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