AI/ML Scientist

Vanguard; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 95.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vanguard is seeking an AI/ML professional to identify high-value use cases, translate business needs into scalable AI solutions, and collaborate with data science and engineering teams to deploy and monitor these systems. The role emphasizes responsible AI practices and clear communication with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of AI/ML experience, strong ML fundamentals, and hands-on experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, and NLP libraries, along with cloud and data processing

Qualifikationen

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in CS, Statistics, ML, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field; graduate degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience developing and implementing AI/ML solutions with ML, LLMs, NLP, and data science techniques.
• Strong foundation in ML and statistical methods: regression, clustering, decision trees, neural networks, deep learning, supervised/unsupervised learning.
• Experience with tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, NLP libraries; strong knowledge of cloud, big data, scalable data processing, SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments.

Aufgaben

• Identify high-value AI/ML use cases with stakeholders and translate business needs into solution approaches, success metrics, and delivery plans.
• Develop and support AI/ML solutions using ML, NLP, Generative AI, and LLM-based approaches such as retrieval-augmented generation and agentic workflow automation.
• Collaborate across data science and engineering teams to deploy scalable solutions with evaluation, monitoring, guardrails, and alignment to risk and responsible AI standards.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

AI/ML development

ML fundamentals

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

NLP libraries

Cloud platforms

Big data

SQL / NoSQL

Jobbeschreibung

What You’ll Do

• Identify high-value AI/ML use cases with stakeholders and translate business needs into solution approaches, success metrics, and delivery plans
• Develop and support AI/ML solutions using machine learning, NLP, Generative AI, and LLM-based approaches such as retrieval-augmented generation and agentic workflow automation
• Collaborate across data science and engineering teams to deploy scalable solutions with appropriate evaluation, monitoring, guardrails, and alignment to enterprise risk and responsible AI standards
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; graduate degree preferred
• 1 to 2 years of experience developing and implementing AI/ML solutions or projects, with experience applying machine learning, LLMs, NLP, and data science techniques to business problems
• Strong foundation in machine learning and statistical methods, including regression, clustering, decision trees, neural networks, deep learning, and supervised and unsupervised learning
• Experience with tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, NLP libraries, or similar technologies, plus strong technical knowledge of cloud, big data, scalable data processing, SQL, and NoSQL databases
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functional environments

What Success Looks Like

• AI/ML solutions deliver measurable business value in real workflows
• LLM and Agentic capabilities are applied to practical use cases
• Business partners see you as a strong problem solver and collaborative technical partner

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don’t just have a mission—we’re on a mission.

To work for the long‑term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients’ lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in‑person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission‑driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long‑term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.