๐ง๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐ฟ๐ผ๐น๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐'๐ ๐ฐ๐น๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐น๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ด๐ฒ: ๐ฅ๐ ๐ญ๐ฑ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ - ๐ฅ๐ ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ (๐ถ๐ฒ ๐๐ก๐ฅ ๐ญ๐ฑ-๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐๐ฃ๐) Experience: 1+ yrs Location: Bengaluru As a CTO - AI & Hardware, you will spearhead the integration of advanced computer vision and audio AI solutions, driving innovation in hardware design and software development across intelligent systems. You will lead crossโfunctional teams to deliver robust, scalable products that leverage OpenCV, deep learning frameworks, and lowโlevel C++ programming, ensuring high performance and reliability in edge devices. Your strategic vision will align technology roadmap with business goals, while you mentor engineers, establish best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in a fastโpaced Bengaluru environment. You will collaborate with stakeholders to translate market needs into cuttingโedge prototypes, manage research initiatives, and secure partnerships that accelerate product cycles and market penetration. Requirements ๐๐ฒ๐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฝ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐ โข Define and execute the technology vision and strategy for AI and hardware integration. โข Oversee endโtoโend development of computer vision and audio AI applications using OpenCV and advanced deep learning libraries. โข Architect and optimize embedded systems, ensuring seamless C++ integration and performance benchmarks. โข Lead hardware selection, prototyping, and validation, collaborating closely with electronics, firmware, and manufacturing teams. โข Drive continuous improvement of AI models, from data acquisition to model training, inference, and deployment pipelines. โข Mentor and grow the engineering team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. โข Manage crossโfunctional projects, coordinating timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation. โข Evaluate emerging technologies, conduct proofโofโconcepts, and recommend adoption strategies. โข Ensure compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements. โข Represent the company at conferences, tech forums, and client presentations, showcasing solutions and thought leadership. ๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ ๐ฌ๐ผ๐ ๐ฎ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ถ๐ โข Proven experience leading AI and hardware engineering teams in a startup or tech firm. โข Deep expertise in computer vision, audio AI, and OpenCV with a track record of production deployments. โข Strong background in C++ for performanceโcritical systems and embedded applications. โข Handsโon experience with hardware prototyping, FPGA/ASIC design, and sensor integration. โข Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value. โข Excellent communication skills, comfortable presenting to both technical and nonโtechnical audiences. โข Strategic thinker with a portfolio of successful product launches from concept to market. โข Familiarity with data pipelines, cloud, and edge computing infrastructures. โข Passion for staying ahead of AI trends, continuous learning, and fostering a collaborative team culture. โข Bachelorโs or Masterโs degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.