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Director of Research page is loaded## Director of Researchlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Temps pleinposted on: Publié hiertime left to apply: Date de fin : 5 janvier 2026 (Il reste plus de 30 jours pour postuler)job requisition id: R0032957Descriptioni2 Group, a Harris Computer company, is hiring for a Director of Research on a permanent, full-time, remote (UK) working basis.Reporting directly to the VP of Research and Development (R&D), this pivotal role will drive the technological direction within i2 Group. As a key leader, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to shape the future of our products and services, ensuring they remain at the forefront of the industry.**Position & Responsibilities** In performing this role your core duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:* **Technology Strategy Development:** Lead the development and execution of the company's technology strategy, aligning it with business objectives and market trends. Define and communicate a clear vision for technological advancement to drive sustained growth and competitive advantage.* **Innovation Leadership:** Oversee a dedicated innovation team responsible for ideation, experimentation, and prototyping of new technologies and solutions. Foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement, encouraging team members to explore emerging trends and disruptive technologies.* **Technology Landscape Analysis:** Stay abreast of the latest advancements in technology, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, network and graph analytics, and other relevant domains. Evaluate their potential impact on our products, services, and industry landscape, and recommend strategic investments and partnerships accordingly.* **Collaborative Partnership:** Work closely with product management, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to translate technology trends and insights into actionable strategies and roadmaps. Collaborate effectively to ensure alignment between technology initiatives and product development efforts.* **Thought Leadership:** Serve as a thought leader within the organization and the broader industry, sharing insights and best practices on technology innovation, strategy, and implementation. Represent the company at conferences, industry events, and forums to showcase our expertise and vision for the future.* **Team Leadership:** Provide leadership and guidance to the architecture team, and the innovation team, fostering a high-performing and cohesive work environment. Support professional development initiatives and mentorship programs to nurture talent and drive career progression.* **AI & Machine Learning Focus:** A key component of this role is the strategic evaluation and potential integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies. This includes: \* **Identifying Opportunities:** Evaluating how AI/ML can enhance i2 Group’s core intelligence analysis capabilities, particularly within areas like anomaly detection, predictive analytics, and automated investigation support. \* **Technology Assessment:** Staying informed on the latest advancements in AI/ML algorithms, platforms, and tools relevant to the intelligence domain. \* **Pilot Programs:** Leading the development and execution of pilot programs to test and validate the feasibility and effectiveness of AI/ML solutions. \* **Ethical Considerations:** Ensuring that any AI/ML initiatives align with ethical guidelines and responsible AI practices.**What we are looking for:*** Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.* Proven experience in technology leadership roles, with a focus on strategy development, innovation, and enterprise architecture.* Deep understanding of software development methodologies, emerging technologies, and industry trends.* Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate technology insights into business value.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.* Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities, with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.**About i2 Group** *i2 Group is a world leader in intelligence analysis software. For more than 30 years we have empowered intelligence analysts and investigators to discover, create, and exploit actionable intelligence to identify the perpetrators of terrorism, fraud, and criminal activity. Learn more here:* *.***Benefits** Harris offer an extremely competitive UK employee benefits programme. 5 Personal Days leave entitlement are granted over and above the standard 25 days holiday and bank holidays. Harris also offers all UK employees an annual Lifestyle Reward amounting £325.**Supporting your application** Our recruitment process will comprise of interviews and, at times, a written exercise, an assessment day and/or a presentation. As an equal opportunities employer, we want to make sure we do all we can to make this a positive experience for you. When applying, please make us aware on your application of any adjustments or additional support we can provide you with before or on the day of an interview.Harris fournit des solutions logicielles essentielles pour le secteur public, les soins de santé, les services publics et le secteur privé en Amérique du Nord, en Europe, en Asie et en Australie. Travailler pour Harris est l'occasion idéale de réaliser vos objectifs professionnels ainsi que vos rêves personnels ! Nos employés bénéficient d'un environnement de travail décontracté qui offre un confort tout en fournissant un service de qualité supérieure à nos clients. Nous offrons un ensemble complet d'avantages sociaux ainsi que d'autres "avantages" supplémentaires !* Nous donnons à nos employés les moyens de faire la différence* Nous avons une culture d'entreprise riche* Nous offrons la possibilité d'apprendre* Nous sommes financièrement solides et nous appartenons à la plus grande société de logiciels du Canada (CSI)* On s'amuse beaucoup !Suivez-nous sur les médias sociaux pour en savoir plus sur les valeurs, la culture et les initiatives de notre entreprise !**Harris est un employeur à égalité de chances et d'action positive. Nous considérons les candidats sans considération de race, couleur, religion, âge, origine nationale, ascendance, origine ethnique, sexe, identité de genre, expression de genre, orientation sexuelle, statut matrimonial, statut de vétéran, handicap, information génétique, statut de citoyen ou autre groupe protégé par la loi fédérale, provinciale ou locale.** *Si vous souhaitez nous contacter concernant l'accessibilité de notre site Web ou si vous avez besoin d'aide pour remplir le formulaire de demande d'emploi, veuillez nous contacter au (1)-613-226-5611 ou à HarrisTalentAcquisition@harriscomputer.com. Ces informations de contact sont uniquement destinées aux demandes d'accommodement raisonnable et ne peuvent être utilisées pour se renseigner sur le statut des candidatures.*