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Applied Researcher I (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI)

Date Posted: Jun 29, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Virginia, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 27, 2026

Job Description

Overview

As an Applied Researcher I at Capital One, you will play a crucial role in developing trustworthy AI systems that enhance customer experiences in banking. You will work in the AI Foundations team, collaborating with cross-functional teams to apply state-of-the-art AI technologies and methodologies to drive innovative solutions.

Key responsibilities

  • Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers, and product managers to deliver AI-powered products.
  • Develop AI foundation models from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation.
  • Conduct high-impact applied research to innovate customer experiences.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into business goals for stakeholders.
  • Research and evaluate emerging technologies to apply in projects.

Required skills

  • Experience in Applied Research with a focus on AI and machine learning.
  • Hands-on experience with AI foundation models and open-source tools.
  • Proficiency in Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, Huggingface, and Lightning.
  • Strong understanding of AI methodologies, including deep learning and natural language processing.
  • Experience in developing large models for language, images, or graphs.
  • Familiarity with training optimization, self-supervised learning, and explainability.
  • Track record of delivering scalable models and solutions.
  • Publication record in relevant machine learning and AI conferences.

What the company offers

  • Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive benefits supporting total well-being.
  • Performance-based incentive compensation which may include cash bonuses and long-term incentives.

Skills Required

Company Overview

Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States of America

Capital One is a financial services company focused on technology and innovation in banking. They leverage machine learning to enhance customer experiences and deliver personalized banking services. The company is dedicated to responsible AI developm... Read More

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