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Director of AI Labs at Valsoft Corporation. DESCRIPTION:. Valsoft is looking for a . Head of AI Labs (Director of AI Innovation). to join our team remotely in Europe with a preference for candidates based in Ireland.. ABOUT VALSOFT CORP.:. Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 118+ companies, acquiring and developing vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet of Valsoft’s philosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships with existing management.  . INVESTMENT APPROACH:. Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we are . Entrepreneurs. who . Buy. , . Enhance. and . Grow. Software Businesses. That’s right; we don’t sell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverance required to create a firm and place a premium on customers’ and workers’ well-being over short-term goals.   . CULTURE:. Valsoft is more than just a place to work; we’re a team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first-day-on-the-job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, and we’re proud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry.  . POSITION DESCRIPTION:. We are seeking an experienced and visionary . Head of AI Labs. to lead a new AI Innovation function supporting our portfolio of 10+ medium-sized software companies. This is a senior, tech-oriented leadership role focused on launching transformative AI initiatives from modernizing existing software with AI enhancements, to building new AI-driven modules and products. You will establish and lead a centralized AI Lab, structured as cross-functional pods, to serve as the innovation engine across our portfolio. This role is a bridge between strategy and execution, ideal for a hands-on leader with deep AI expertise and strong product instincts who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:. . Establish and lead a world-class AI innovation lab with structured pods of product and engineering talent. . Define and execute a portfolio-wide AI strategy in collaboration with company CEOs and product leaders. . Oversee the entire lifecycle of AI projects from ideation to MVP, product launch, and commercialization. .  Hire, manage, and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team (PMs, engineers, data scientists). . Guide AI integration into existing products and the creation of new AI-powered offerings. . Ensure alignment with product roadmaps and foster cross-company collaboration. . Work with executive leadership on AI investment priorities and communicate impact in business terms. . Support go-to-market efforts for AI-driven products, including pricing and monetization strategy. . Stay at the forefront of emerging AI/ML technologies, tools, and frameworks. . Define best practices in AI ethics, scalability, and development standards. . Serve as an AI thought leader internally and externally. .  . REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:. . 7+ years in technology/product leadership, with experience leading high-performing teams in AI/ML or R&D. . Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies (NLP, LLMs, computer vision, recommender systems). . Strong business and product sense, ideally with SaaS or enterprise software experience. . Proven success in innovation-driven or entrepreneurial environments (startups, new product launches). . Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize impact. . Excellent communication and leadership skills.. . Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. .  . ADDITIONAL or PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:. . Hands-on AI/ML development experience. . Experience working across multiple business lines or a portfolio environment. . Up-to-date on cutting-edge AI frameworks and agile innovation practices. . Demonstrated ability to drive change and influence senior leadership. . Background in pricing, monetization, and go-to-market strategy for AI solutions. . EMPLOYEE PERKS:. . Work from anywhere in Europe with flexible hours to support work-life balance. . Executive compensation package with performance incentives. . Opportunity to lead transformative AI projects across a global software portfolio. . Collaborative, fast-paced, and innovation-driven culture. . Private Medical Cover. . Ready to join a collaborative and innovative team where you can make an immediate impact?. Company Location: Ireland.