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Applied Researcher I (AI Foundations, LLM Customization, Finetuning, Reinforcement Learning)

Date Posted: May 19, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location West New York, New York, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Jun 20, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Capital One is seeking an Applied Researcher I to contribute to the AI Foundations team, which plays a crucial role in developing reliable AI systems that enhance banking experiences. This position focuses on leveraging cutting-edge AI capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and engaging in high-impact applied research to transform how customers interact with financial services.

Key responsibilities

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered products.
  • Leverage technologies like Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, and Huggingface.
  • Build AI foundation models through design, training, and implementation phases.
  • Engage in applied research to enhance customer experiences with AI.
  • Translate complex AI concepts into tangible business goals.

Required skills

  • PhD or M.S. in relevant fields (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics).
  • Hands-on experience developing AI foundation models and solutions.
  • Proficiency with open-source languages and cloud computing platforms.
  • Experience building large deep learning models with emphasis on optimization and explainability.
  • Knowledge of training optimization, self-supervised learning, and reinforcement learning.

What the company offers

  • Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial, and other benefits.

Skills Required

Company Overview

Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States of America

Capital One is a bank holding company that specializes in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings accounts. The company is known for its use of technology and data to provide better financial services and customer experiences. Capital One fost... Read More

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