Head of AI Labs

About Aurigo

Aurigo is transforming how the world plans, builds, and manages infrastructure with our industry-leading enterprise SaaS platform, Masterworks, trusted by over 300 customers managing $400 billion in capital projects. Recognized as one of the Top 25 AI Companies of 2024 and a Great Place to Work three years running, we are driving innovation in infrastructure technology. By embracing AI, we are shaping a smarter, more connected future for infrastructure owners across transportation, utilities, healthcare, and education. At Aurigo, we don’t just build software—we build the future.

If you are ready to work for a fast-paced software company growing exponentially and interact with some of the brightest minds in the industry to solve real problems, let's chat. 

Description:

Role Summary

Aurigo is leading the charge in transforming enterprise SaaS for infrastructure, and AI is at the core of this revolution. With Aurigo Lumina, our AI copilot, we are redefining how infrastructure owners interact with Masterworks, driving smarter, faster, and more efficient decision-making. As Head of AI Labs in Bengaluru, you will inspire and lead a world-class team to build cutting-edge solutions in machine learning, data science, and NLP while addressing critical challenges like bias, drift, and scalability. This role demands a visionary leader who can translate complex AI capabilities into clear, compelling value for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. If you’re ready to power the next frontier of enterprise SaaS innovation and shape the future of AI in infrastructure, we want you at the helm.

Join us in shaping a future where AI drives meaningful change and empowers our customers to achieve their most ambitious goals.

Top Skills
•    Machine Learning & Data Science Expertise: You have proven experience in designing, building, and deploying ML, NLP, and Generative AI models in production environments.
•    AI Governance & Risk Management: You can demonstrate strong knowledge of addressing AI risks, including bias, model drift, scalability, and ensuring fairness and transparency.
•    Technical Leadership: Your experience reflects your ability to lead R&D efforts in cutting-edge AI technologies like NLP, LLMs, computer vision, and deep learning.
•    Strategic Communication: you can articulate our AI offering value propositions clearly and equally comfortable with technical teams, executives, and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Competencies
•    Visionary Leadership: Ability to define AI strategy, inspire teams, and translate complex ideas into actionable roadmaps.
•    Innovation Mindset: A passion for solving real-world challenges with creative, data-driven AI solutions.
•    Execution Focus: Proven track record of driving measurable outcomes and delivering scalable, impactful AI products.
•    Collaborative Team Building: Strong skills in mentoring multidisciplinary teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements:

Must Have:
•    Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, with at least 4 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record of developing and deploying AI solutions in production environments.

•    Technical Expertise:

• Deep knowledge of machine learning, data science, and AI frameworks.
• Strong understanding of AI governance principles, including fairness, transparency, and accountability.

•    Domain Knowledge:

• Familiarity with SaaS products, with a proven track record in delivering AI products and features.

Preferred:
•    Advanced degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
•    Experience with regulatory frameworks related to AI ethics, governance, and compliance.
•    Experience in integrating AI into customer-centric products using the JTBD framework.