Senior AI Research Engineer

Reporting to the Vice President, of Engineering-Analytics, the Senior DL/AI Research Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing advanced deep learning and artificial intelligence models to solve complex problems across various domains. This role requires a strong foundation in machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks, and the ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical applications. The AI Research Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and advance the state-of-the-art in AI research and development.

Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Research and Development
  • Conduct original research and develop DL/AI models under the guidance of senior researchers.
  • Develop novel algorithms and models to address challenging problems
  • Contribute to research papers for conferences and journals
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in the field and apply them to current projects
• Model Development and Evaluation
  • Design and execute experiments to validate DL/AI models
  • Optimize model performance and scalability
  • Perform rigorous testing and validation to ensure robustness and accuracy
• Data Management
  • Preprocess and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines to support model training and evaluation
• Perform other duties as assigned;
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, and training;
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Maintain detailed research documentation, technical reports, and code for reproducibility and transparency
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations to share results with internal and external stakeholders
• Code Development
  • Write and maintain research code

Background Required: 

• PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• 0 – 2 years of experience.
• Strong publication record in top-tier AI, machine learning, and related conferences and journals.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing machine learning and deep learning algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++, and familiarity with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, JAX or PyTorch.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information to a diverse audience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Location: San Diego, CA

Other Essential Abilities and Skills: 

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
  • Establishes & maintains effective, collaborative relationships (internally & externally)
  • Computer literate (Office Suite, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Team player
• Self-motivated

Economic Package Includes:

• Salary $190,000 - $240,000
• Company Paid Health Care, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Three Health Care Plan Options
• Generous PTO and Sick Leave
• 401(K) 
• Disability and Life Insurance Benefits
• $50 phone stipend per pay period