Head of R&D Singapore
1 month ago
PatSnap is a global innovation intelligence leader, providing in-depth data insights and analytics across various sectors, including material science, bio-pharmaceuticals, and patents. Backed by top-tier investors, PatSnap is at the forefront of driving innovation through technology and data. Our major R&D centers are in Suzhou and Shanghai, China, and we are expanding our Singapore R&D team to position Singapore as a key global innovation hub.
Position OverviewWe are seeking a visionary and strategic leader to head our Singapore R&D team. The team currently consists of over 10 engineers, with plans to expand to 40+ within the coming years. This role provides a unique growth opportunity to scale and shape the future of our R&D operations in Singapore.
Responsibilities- Lead, manage, and scale the Singapore R&D team from 10+ engineers to 40+ over the coming years, hiring top talent both locally and globally.
- Develop and execute R&D strategies aligned with PatSnap's global objectives and Singapore's role as a key hub for innovation.
- Collaborate on cutting-edge projects across material science, patents, data development, NLP, algorithms, and bio-pharmaceuticals.
- Build a high-performing R&D team through recruitment, mentoring, and strategic team growth, including relocating engineers from China and hiring local talent.
- Foster strong collaboration across product management, DevOps, testing, and other departments, ensuring alignment with global R&D goals.
- Oversee the development of innovative technologies in areas like material science, data, and bio-pharmaceuticals.
- Drive the adoption of DevOps best practices and manage production lines across European markets.
- Ensure the integration of CI/CD pipelines, information security measures, and IP protection protocols.
- Partner closely with local institutions such as EDB, A*STAR, and universities to enhance R&D capabilities.
- Work with product managers, designers, and GTM teams to align technical and business objectives, driving innovation through collaborative efforts.
- Establish and enhance office infrastructure, development platforms, and security measures to support Singapore R&D operations.
- Manage local budgets and resources effectively to support both team growth and project execution.
- Promote a culture of innovation through participation in programs like Star-Engineer and global Hackathons.
- Engage in local and global industry events to ensure the team remains at the forefront of innovation.
- Master's or in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of experience in R&D leadership roles, with a proven ability to scale teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.
- Expertise in NLP, deep learning, search engine technology, material science, bio-pharmaceuticals, patents, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, data science, and DevOps principles.
- Bilingual proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required.
- Familiarity with multi-location R&D operational challenges is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and grow large technical teams, mentor engineers, and drive large-scale R&D initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
- Experience working in global markets with the ability to manage multi-regional teams and projects.
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