Chief Information Officer (Head of AI)

Education & Background:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or a related field.Minimum 10–15 years of experience in the technology industry, with at least 5-7 years of deep specialization in AI, including areas such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Generative AI, and AI agents.At least 3-5 years in a Senior leadership role such as CTO, Head of AI, or equivalent, with proven experience in developing technology strategies, managing technical teams, and collaborating with international partners.Technical Expertise:Strong proficiency in Python and AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Hugging Face, etc.Hands-on experience with Generative AI, LLMs, and AI agents, including design, training, and deployment in production environments.Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.Solid understanding of data engineering, data governance, and model lifecycle management.Experience with AI ethics, fairness, and responsible AI practices is a plus.Leadership & Communication:Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, manage cross-functional projects, and drive innovation.Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills, with a business-oriented mindset.Excellent communication skills in English (required); Japanese language proficiency is a plus.Experience working in multinational environments or with Japanese partners is highly preferred.