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Principal Research Scientist

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9 months ago
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Are you a Principal AI Research Scientist ready to lead the future?
Join a growing AI start-up that’s at the forefront of innovation and make a lasting impact in the world of artificial intelligence. This company is revolutionising the industry with cutting-edge advancements in machine learning, natural language processing, and AI-driven automation.
Join them on their mission is to transform industries and drive growth through state-of-the-art AI solutions.

Why this principal AI Research Scientist role is perfect for you:
Lead Groundbreaking Research: As a Principal AI Research Scientist, you'll conduct and lead research in reinforcement learning, formal methods, and code synthesis, driving innovation in automated theorem proving and code generation.
Collaborative Innovation: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate your research findings into practical, real-world applications. Your contributions will directly influence the next wave of AI technologies.
Mentorship and Growth: Mentor junior researchers, share your knowledge, and help shape the future generation of AI scientists. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
High Impact Publications: Publish your research in top-tier conferences and journals, and communicate complex ideas effectively to a wide range of stakeholders, enhancing your visibility and reputation in the AI community.

Benefits that will elevate your AI Research Scientist career:
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a base salary of £160k - £240k plus equity, reflecting your expertise and contribution.
Flexible Working: Benefit from a hybrid working model with flexible hours and remote work options to suit your lifestyle.
Continuous Learning: Access to professional development opportunities and cutting-edge resources to stay ahead in your field.
Inclusive Environment: Be part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace that values diversity and innovation.

What You’ll Bring to the Table as an AI Research Scientist:
PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
Extensive experience with reinforcement learning, particularly in theorem proving and code synthesis applications.
Proficiency in neural networks, including transformer models and sequence-to-sequence architectures.
Expertise in flow-based models and density estimation techniques.
Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks and knowledge graph traversal techniques.
Proven track record of publications in reputable AI and machine learning conferences/journals.
Excellent programming skills in Python and experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Additional details:

Fully onsite in London 
Flexible working hours as you will also need to be available for your colleagues on the West coast of the US, so adjusting your day accordingly
Huge potential to earn an extremely valuable package via equity

Take Your Career as a Principal AI Research Scientist to New Heights
This is your chance to join a team of world-class AI scientists and lead transformative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible. If you’re passionate about making a significant impact in the field of AI, apply now!

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to advance your career as a Principal AI Research Scientist. Apply today and become a driving force in the future of AI innovation.

Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity

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