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Oracle · 2 days ago

Senior Principal Applied Scientist - AI Infrastructure Innovation

Oracle is a world leader in cloud solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Principal Applied Scientist on OCI’s AI Innovation team. This role involves shaping Oracle’s next generation AI infrastructure by conducting in-depth research and leading the evaluation of machine learning models to ensure their readiness for future applications.

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Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research on foundation model evaluation, including traditional NLP/CV metrics, LLMaaJ techniques, human evaluation, confidence estimation, agentive application evaluation, and RAG application evaluation. Produce production-ready code for handoff of POC applications to counterparts in Engineering
Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate evaluation capabilities into various applications and products
Identify new opportunities for evaluation and explore emerging technologies
Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends and advancements in evaluation

Qualification

Machine Learning TechniquesGenerative AIPythonTensorFlowPyTorchFoundation Model EvaluationNLP MetricsCV MetricsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsLeadership AbilitiesCommunication Abilities

Required

Deep understanding of machine learning techniques, including foundation model evaluation, traditional NLP/CV metrics, human evaluation, confidence estimation, agentive application evaluation, and RAG application evaluation
Experience in conducting in-depth research
Experience in producing production-ready code
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate evaluation capabilities into various products
Strong background in programming languages, such as Python
Experience with machine learning frameworks, such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Linguistics, or a related field, with a dissertation or thesis centered on machine learning techniques
Minimum of 4 years work experience
Strong publication record, including as a lead author or reviewer, in top-tier journals or conferences
Extensive experience in generative AI and model/application evaluation
Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and architectures
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong leadership and communication abilities

Preferred

Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience will also be considered

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

Company

Oracle is an integrated cloud application and platform services that sells a range of enterprise information technology solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

Oracle has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1271)
2024 (846)
2023 (995)
2022 (1192)
2021 (985)
2020 (755)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$25.75B
Key Investors
Sequoia Capital
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $18B
2025-02-03Post Ipo Debt· $7.75B
1986-03-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Esteban Rubens
Healthcare Field CTO
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Gerard Warrens
Field CTO, Business Strategy and Transformative Technologies
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