Vanguard ยท 3 months ago
Principal AI/ML Scientist
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
10+ years expVanguard is a company dedicated to the long-term financial wellbeing of its clients. They are seeking a Principal AI/ML Scientist to research, design, and implement advanced AI/ML products that enhance IT processes and productivity, while also mentoring data scientists and driving innovative applications in the field.
FinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Research, design, and implement advanced AIML products to streamline and reduce the software development lifecycle, leveraging in-depth knowledge of IT Software development processes
Engage with stakeholders to understand business processes and develop hypotheses, translating requirements into AIML approaches for IT optimization
Develop highly complex AIML solution with the highest level of quality control and risk assessment and prepare actionable recommendations to senior leadership, focusing on IT process and productivity enhancement
Drive innovative AIML applications and stay ahead of industry trends, partnering with business leaders to adopt and grow AIML portfolio in IT operations
Continuously research and explore most advanced AI techniques, particularly in Generative AI including Advanced RAG, Fine-tuning LLMs, Agentic frameworks and Reinforcement learning, maintaining expert knowledge in the space
Demonstrate thought leadership at both internal and external conferences
Mentor data scientists on the team, serving as the highest point of escalation and fostering a culture of innovation and AIML excellence
Qualification
Required
Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field
10+ years in data science and machine learning, with 5+ years of in-depth experience in generative AI, autonomous agents, deep learning, and reinforcement learning
Advanced Python programming and proficiency in AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
Proficiency in cloud-based AWS AI services and tools, particularly AWS SageMaker
Proven history of delivering groundbreaking AI solutions for IT process improvement and leading innovation
In-depth IT domain knowledge of software development processes and IT software methodologies including UX design, microservices, and database-related terminology
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Relevant AI/ML or cloud certifications are a plus
Benefits
Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Hybrid working model
Company
Vanguard
Check is a client-owned investment company that offers low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services.
Founded in 1975Kelayres, Pennsylvania, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
ic@3401
2017-03-31Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Salim Ramji
Chief Executive Officer
Andrew Maack
Principal, Head of US Equity Index Portfolio Management
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