Director of AI, Inkitt
$188-320k
Publishing novels based on site reader engagement
Open for applications
Publishing novels based on site reader engagement
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$188-320k
201-500 employees
Company mission
To discover talented writers and turn them into globally successful authors.
Role
Who you are
- Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
- Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and growing AI teams
- Expertise in Generative AI as well as traditional Machine Learning and Engineering
- Combination of deep technical skills and business savvy to interface with all stakeholders directly
- Values "time to impact" and is oriented towards delivering on an (MVP) with a mindset of iterative improvement
- Product-minded individual who comprehensively understands how to leverage a platform approach to AI implementation, strategically aligning technology with business objectives to deliver innovative solutions that enhance the user experience
- Passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the digital media landscape
What the job involves
- As the leader in this domain, you will spearhead efforts to identify cutting-edge tools and technologies that enhance the experience for both their authors and consumers
- Net-new position responsible for shaping and executing Inkitt's AI strategy
- Recruit and inspire a team of AI professionals aligned on a singular goal of using cutting-edge technology to entertain
- Continually surface new opportunities to harness the rapid evolution of LLMs, Generative AI and other emerging tools
- Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to integrate AI-powered experiences into our consumer applications
- Oversee the data management strategy, ensuring the quality and accessibility of data for AI applications
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the AI team
- Establish thought leadership by deep industry participation via networking, speaking engagements and publications
- Ensure compliance with ethical AI practices and data privacy regulations
Our take
The current publishing industry makes it very difficult for breakout authors to achieve success. Furthermore, publications are often based off subjective opinions of those in the industry, and potential readers have no input in the matter, despite them being the force that will drive a book's success.
Inkitt takes a different approach to publishing in order to give writers a fairer chance of success. The company allows writers to submit their stories onto the website where readers have free access to read anything posted. Using an algorithm, Inkitt then determines which stories have the most reader engagement, and based on this information, decides which to take to official print and publication.
7 rounds of funding to the sum of more than $100 million have allowed Inkitt to invest more in its algorithm and technology and open offices in San Francisco. It's also looking to expand into more mediums such as video content and audiobooks, with a long-term aim of building a media empire akin to Disney. Though there's a long way to go for that lofty aim to come to fruition, Inkitt has already attracted 33 million users and published dozens of bestsellers.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Feb 2024
$37m
SERIES C
Oct 2021
$59m
SERIES B
Total funding: $116.2m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive Health Plans including Fitness Classes
- Expat integration support including complimentary German classes
- Flexible working environment including weekly remote days
- High-performing culture for learning at speed + unlimited book budget
- Regular social events and free dinners
- Dog-friendly office
Articles
Leadership
Ali Albazaz
(CEO)Founder and CEO of Fünfi and then joined moviepilot as a Javascript developer. After this, Albazaz freelanced as a Javascript developer for six years.
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