AI Researcher

DNV•Oakland, CA

7d•$75,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Group Research and Development (GRD) conducts strategic and applied research for DNV through knowledge development with academic and industry collaborators, external publications and forecasts, and scientific support for DNV services. A major focus is shaping the future of AI assurance, including both developing AI for assurance and assurance of AI. The AI Researcher will join DNV’s newly established AI Research Center in Oakland/Berkeley and contribute to research that improves the safety and reliability of embodied AI systems, including robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles. The role is based at DNV’s Oakland, California office and will initially be located on the UC Berkeley campus. Additional role-specific requirements will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in AI, physics, mathematics/statistics, computer science, or relevant similar education.
Proven experience in machine learning model development and digital tool implementation.
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Pre-employment drug and background screening is conducted.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
Strong understanding of AI technologies and assurance principles.
Research experience in robotics, control systems, deep learning, or other fields related to embodied AI safety.

Responsibilities

Contribute to ongoing research projects and help define new research directions.
Engage with universities to maintain and strengthen ongoing and future research collaborations.
Develop internal prototypes to test and evaluate methods relevant to embodied AI assurance.
Publish scientific results and attend conferences to build new knowledge and share DNV’s work.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick days, company holidays, and personal days.
Multiple medical and dental benefit plans, plus vision benefits.
Spending accounts, including FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, and a company-seeded HSA.
Employer-paid, therapist-led virtual care services through Talkspace.
401(k) with company match.
Company-provided life insurance and short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Education reimbursement program.
Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities.
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through the Impact Program.
Company-paid volunteer time off (VTO).
Career advancement opportunities.