Head of Research And Development

Job Title: Head, R&D (Tech)Location: Siruseri, Chennai (On-site)Company: Ayur.AIWebsite: https://ayurai.ioReports To: CEO About Ayur.AIAyur.AI is a deep tech health company reinventing Ayurveda through evidence-based, AI-powered, and personalized wellness solutions. We combine ancient Ayurvedic principles with cutting-edge technologies—AI, digital biomarkers, optics, wearable tech, and genomics—to create holistic and scalable health interventions. Role OverviewWe are seeking a visionary and hands-on Head of R&D with a strong foundation in electronics, biomedical devices, optics, and AI to lead and expand our interdisciplinary research and product development efforts. You will architect and execute the development of novel health technologies including diagnostic kiosks, wearable health devices, and AI-based wellness analytics platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesLead multi-disciplinary R&D projects from concept to prototyping and deployment across hardware and AI domains.Architect and develop smart biomedical diagnostic kiosks, wearable sensors, and portable diagnostic devices.Oversee research in optical sensing technologies (e.g., PPG, spectroscopy, imaging) for non-invasive diagnostics.Build AI models integrating physiological, behavioral, and Ayurvedic data for personalized health insights.Collaborate closely with Ayurvedic doctors, data scientists, and software teams to fuse traditional diagnostics with digital innovations.Develop robust data acquisition, signal processing, and validation frameworks for biosensors.Manage IP filings, publications, regulatory roadmaps (e.g., CDSCO/CE/FDA), and grant proposals.Mentor and grow a team of researchers and engineers across disciplines. Required QualificationsPh.D. or Master’s in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, Optics, AI, or a related field.5+ years of R&D experience in developing biomedical devices, AI models, or sensor technologies.Hands-on experience with wearables, IoT medical hardware, optical systems, and embedded electronics.Proficiency in AI/ML/DL frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, LLMs) and data acquisition systems.Strong systems thinking and ability to translate Ayurvedic diagnostics into measurable digital markers.Track record of taking health-tech products from concept to MVP/prototype stage. Preferred SkillsExperience with digital health platforms, telemedicine, or integrative medicine solutions.Familiarity with regulatory compliance for medical devices (ISO 13485, IEC 60601).Publications or patents in relevant fields.Interest or background in Ayurveda, functional medicine, or holistic healthcare is a big plus. Why Join UsWork at the cutting edge of Ayurveda and AI integration.Impact the health of millions through scalable wellness tech.Join a mission-driven, scientifically rigorous, and agile team backed by top investors and clinicians.