Ai R&D Manager, Senior Manager

Summary

Join Factor's R&D team as a leader in generative AI. This role requires 8+ years of software development experience, including at least 1 year in AI/ML, and 3+ years of people management. You will mentor a team of AI engineers, define and execute technical strategies, and manage multiple AI R&D initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in generative AI, LLMs, and various technologies, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Factor offers a unique, fast-paced environment that prioritizes exploration and rapid iteration, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration. While not a traditional development organization, Factor provides access to leading AI tools and resources.

Requirements

• 8+ years of software development experience, with at least 1 year focusing on AI/ML, with an emphasis on production use cases for generative AI based solutions
• 3+ years of people management experience, leading technical teams
• Advanced understanding of generative AI, LLMs, and adjacent tools/frameworks
• Proficiency in React, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, and modern development practices
• Proven track record of delivering complex technology solutions at scale
• Deep expertise in AI prompting techniques, fine-tuning, and deployment strategies
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure) and infrastructure at scale
• Advanced knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with technical program management and project management methodologies
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Track record of building and mentoring high-performing technical teams

Responsibilities

• Mentor a team of AI engineers, fostering their technical growth and career development
• Aid in the definition and execution of the technical strategy for AI R&D initiatives
• Drive innovation while ensuring alignment with business objectives and client needs
• Manage resource allocation and capacity planning across multiple projects
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership and clients
• Oversee and manage the development of full-stack AI accelerators and AI-powered capabilities
• Guide the evaluation and adoption of emerging AI technologies and methodologies
• Establish technical standards and best practices for AI development
• Drive decisions on technical stack evolution and technology adoption
• Lead the integration of cutting-edge AI capabilities across the technology stack
• Drive experimentation and prototyping of new AI solutions
• Foster collaboration between R&D and delivery teams
• Guide the evolution of our AI architecture and infrastructure
• Oversee multiple concurrent AI R&D initiatives and ensure successful delivery
• Establish project governance frameworks while maintaining agility
• Manage program budgets and resource allocation
• Track and report on key metrics and OKRs
• Balance innovation with practical delivery needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scaling AI solutions in enterprise environments
• Advanced knowledge of security practices including OAuth 2.0 and authentication at scale
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with AI solutions in the legal tech or contract management space
• Significant contributions to open-source projects or research publications
• Experience presenting to executive stakeholders and clients

Benefits

• Access to leading AI code generation capabilities and tools
• Ability to provide additional resources if warranted
• Fast-paced environment that prioritizes exploration and rapid iteration
• Culture of learning and collaboration