Principal AI/ML Scientist

The Vanguard Group • Malvern, PA

101d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Principal AI/ML Scientist, you will research, design, and implement advanced AIML products to streamline and reduce the software development lifecycle, leveraging in-depth knowledge of IT Software development processes. You will engage with stakeholders to understand business processes and develop hypotheses, translating requirements into AIML approaches for IT optimization. Your role will involve developing highly complex AIML solutions with the highest level of quality control and risk assessment, preparing actionable recommendations to senior leadership, and focusing on IT process and productivity enhancement. You will drive innovative AIML applications, stay ahead of industry trends, and partner with business leaders to adopt and grow the AIML portfolio in IT operations. Continuous research and exploration of the most advanced AI techniques, particularly in Generative AI, including Advanced RAG, Fine-tuning LLMs, Agentic frameworks, and Reinforcement learning, will be essential. You will also demonstrate thought leadership at both internal and external conferences and mentor data scientists on the team, serving as the highest point of escalation and fostering a culture of innovation and AIML excellence.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
• 10+ years in data science and machine learning, with 5+ years of in-depth experience in generative AI, autonomous agents, deep learning, and reinforcement learning.
• Advanced Python programming and proficiency in AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Proficiency in cloud-based AWS AI services and tools, particularly AWS SageMaker.
• Proven history of delivering groundbreaking AI solutions for IT process improvement and leading innovation.
• In-depth IT domain knowledge of software development processes and IT software methodologies including UX design, microservices, and database-related terminology.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant AI/ML or cloud certifications.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and implement advanced AIML products to streamline and reduce the software development lifecycle.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business processes and develop hypotheses, translating requirements into AIML approaches for IT optimization.
• Develop highly complex AIML solutions with the highest level of quality control and risk assessment.
• Prepare actionable recommendations to senior leadership, focusing on IT process and productivity enhancement.
• Drive innovative AIML applications and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Partner with business leaders to adopt and grow the AIML portfolio in IT operations.
• Continuously research and explore advanced AI techniques, particularly in Generative AI.
• Demonstrate thought leadership at internal and external conferences.
• Mentor data scientists on the team and foster a culture of innovation and AIML excellence.

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship offered for this position.
• Hybrid working model designed for flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree