AI Research Visionary: LLMs & Enterprise Agents

Workday, Inc.

Pleasanton (CA)

Hybrid

USD 228,000 - 342,000

Full time

14 days+
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Flexible work schedule
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity for remote work

Job summary

Workday, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA, is seeking a Principal AI Researcher to lead advancements in AI and autonomous agents. This role emphasizes cutting-edge research in Agentic AI to bridge theoretical and practical applications. Candidates should have extensive experience in AI/ML research and a strong publication record.

A flexible work environment allows collaboration and community building. The expected salary range is $228,000 - $342,000 annually based on experience and location.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in AI/ML research or applied science.
  • 4+ years using deep learning frameworks.
  • 2+ years in training and alignment of LLMs.

Responsibilities

  • Define research direction in Agentic AI and LLMs.
  • Advance state of the art in agentic systems.
  • Publish and lead Workday's contributions to global AI community.

Skills

AI/ML research
Deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow)
Long-horizon planning
Reinforcement learning
Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Workday, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA, is seeking a Principal AI Researcher to lead advancements in AI and autonomous agents. This role emphasizes cutting-edge research in Agentic AI to bridge theoretical and practical applications. Candidates should have extensive experience in AI/ML research and a strong publication record.

A flexible work environment allows collaboration and community building. The expected salary range is $228,000 - $342,000 annually based on experience and location.

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