Position title
VP, AI and Machine Learning - Remote Canada - HealthTech
Description

Our client, a mission-driven Series C mental health tech startup, is transforming how individuals access and experience mental wellness through the power of intelligent, personalized care. With a growing global footprint and deep backing from leading investors, they are building cutting-edge tools that combine clinical science, behavioral data, and machine learning to improve outcomes at scale.

They are now seeking a strategic and technical Vice President, AI and Machine Learning to lead their data science and ML initiatives. This is a fully remote executive-level role responsible for driving AI innovation, developing scalable models, and shaping the company’s long-term intelligence strategy to improve mental health support for millions.

Responsibilities
  • AI & ML Strategy:
    Define and lead the company’s AI/ML vision and roadmap, aligning with clinical outcomes and business priorities.
  • Team Leadership:
    Build, scale, and mentor a world-class team of machine learning engineers, data scientists, and research scientists.
  • Product & Engineering Collaboration:
    Partner closely with product and engineering to embed AI into user experiences in a secure, ethical, and scalable way.
  • Model Development:
    Oversee the design, training, validation, and deployment of predictive models for personalized care, diagnostics, and engagement.
  • Ethical AI & Compliance:
    Champion responsible AI practices, ensuring models are fair, explainable, and aligned with clinical and regulatory standards.
  • Research & Innovation:
    Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies in NLP, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and clinical AI.
  • Cross-Functional Impact:
    Collaborate with clinical leaders, data privacy experts, and operations to ensure AI delivers measurable impact and integrates seamlessly into care pathways.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or applied data science, including 5+ years in a leadership role
  • Experience building and deploying ML systems at scale, ideally in health tech, digital health, or wellness-related fields
  • Strong understanding of deep learning, NLP, time-series analysis, and recommendation systems
  • Proficient in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and modern MLOps practices
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex models into real-world product applications
  • Strong ethical framework and understanding of privacy, compliance, and fairness in healthcare AI
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field preferred
Job Benefits
  • Remote-first culture – work from anywhere
  • Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, mental health support)
  • Generous equity options
  • Unlimited PTO and flexible scheduling
  • Annual company-wide retreats and wellness stipends
  • Professional development budget and continuous learning support
  • Inclusive, purpose-driven culture focused on improving global mental health outcomes
Job Location
Remote, Canada
Base Salary
$285,000-$350,000
Employment Type
Full-time
Date posted
May 30, 2025
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