AI Foundations Research Scientist — ML & Systems

International Business Machines Corporation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Research is seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge AI projects across deep learning, reinforcement learning, and lifelong learning. Work includes developing algorithms, proving properties, and embedding research into usable systems for scalable impact.

You will communicate findings through publications in premier conferences and journals, collaborating with engineers and scientists to advance the inference stack used by modern AI models.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of AI/ML foundations and mathematical evaluation methods.
• Proven ability to publish research in top conferences and journals.
• Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks and GPU programming.
• Experience designing and proving properties of formal systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI projects in deep learning, reinforcement learning, and lifelong learning.
• Develop and prove mathematical properties of algorithms and evaluate their impact on user experiences.
• Embed research algorithms in usable systems for practical deployment.
• Communicate research findings through publications in top conferences and journals.

Skills

Deep AI/ML fundamentals

Research communication

GPU programming

Formal verification

Education

Doctorate Degree

Job description

IBM Research is seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge AI projects across deep learning, reinforcement learning, and lifelong learning. Work includes developing algorithms, proving properties, and embedding research into usable systems for scalable impact.

You will communicate findings through publications in premier conferences and journals, collaborating with engineers and scientists to advance the inference stack used by modern AI models.