Applied AI Researcher, Foundation Models

Capital One; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 219,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One is seeking an Applied Researcher 4 to advance AI foundations and build production‑grade models. You will partner with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to deliver AI-powered customer experiences using PyTorch, AWS, Hugging Face, and other tools.

The role emphasizes end‑to‑end model development, evaluation, and deployment, plus engagement with researchers to summarize findings for internal reports and conferences. A strong ML research track record is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in CS/EE/AI or related fields, or MS with 2 years of applied research.
• Experience developing AI foundation models and open‑source tooling.
• Strong publication or project track record in ML/AI research.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional team to deliver AI-powered products.
• Use PyTorch, AWS, Huggingface, Lightning to analyze data.
• Build AI foundation models from design to deployment.
• Translate complex AI work into business goals.
• Collaborate with senior researchers on reports and conferences.

Skills

Deep learning

LLMs

Open-source tools

Cloud computing

Research leadership

Education

PhD in CS

Tools

PyTorch

AWS

Hugging Face

Lightning

Job description

Capital One is seeking an Applied Researcher 4 to advance AI foundations and build production‑grade models. You will partner with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to deliver AI-powered customer experiences using PyTorch, AWS, Hugging Face, and other tools.

The role emphasizes end‑to‑end model development, evaluation, and deployment, plus engagement with researchers to summarize findings for internal reports and conferences. A strong ML research track record is essential.