An opportunity to work at the intersection between data science and business for a disruptive on-demand social shopping platform-tech firm – using machine learning to modernize a bricks and mortar industry.

You will be based at the Company's Soho, New York City headquarters.

THE COMPANY

On-demand social shopping platform where users influence every collection to match their favorite style inspirations
The Company uses machine learning to predict trends observed on social media, then it manufactures apparel items within a fortnight
Vertically integrated with design team and manufacturers all in-house, and produces items that customers have pre-ordered and can manufacture with a blisteringly fast turnaround time

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Be a key member of the leadership team, framing and executing the tech strategy while being an active voice in the strategic planning and decision making
Set, lead and develop technical strategy that aligns with overall business objectives
Develop strategic plans and set timelines for evaluation, development, and deployment of portfolio wide technology (technical, web, and mobile services)
Manage and develop top-tier talent, Including recruitment, engagement, and well-being
Act as company's internal and external spokesperson in all technology-related matters and represent the technological agenda in executive meetings
Lead a team of machine learning engineers, designers and developers
Keep on top of AWS partners
Lead development of algorithms for optimization and personalization, using personal data and Instagram handles to offer a unique and personalized store / shopping experience
Identify opportunities for web and mobile services
Track, analyze and monitor technology performance metrics to improve effectiveness of company’s technology strategy
Monitor web analytics, identify company web user needs and make recommendations that align to business goals
Consistent record of building systems that resolve technology decisions through decision making, efficiently and at scale
Keep abreast of current and new industry trends. best practices, technologies and software development
Work closely with Marketing to define and deliver new products and enhancements
Engage in speaking opportunities, conference, media activities to build strong online presence

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

You will have executive presence with commercial, strategic, leadership and management experience
You will have experience working with a wide variety of internal/external stakeholders including Investors, Legal, Product, HR
Excellent communication and presentation skills to audiences of all levels and backgrounds (executive, business, and technical)
Experience providing actionable business insight in production environments
Experience with Python, Tensorflow, Keras and AWS environments
Cultural fit into a modern tech driven AI firm
Experience leading implementing algorithms related to customer acquisition, optimization and personalization
Master’s or Doctorates degree in Computer Science or highly quantitative field

WHAT’S ON OFFER

Highly cometitive package including real equity in the business
A seat at the executive table with valued input into all high-level business and strategic decisions
High standards of work across all levels of the organization
An entrepreneurial culture where leadership is focused on empowering teams and expects actionable insights from all levels
Collaborative work environment and positive culture
The opportunity to become a leader at a modern dynamic startup that is Modernizing a bricks and mortar industry
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Paid Vacation
Work out days together, happy hours, commuter benefits and more

Chief Technology Officer - AI