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Director of AI Labs

Director of AI Labs

Valsoft CorporationDublin, County Dublin, IE
30+ days ago
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Job description

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?

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