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

Capital One Financial

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New York, NY · McLean, VA · Cambridge, MA · San Jose, CA Posted 92 days ago $262,500–$299,600 / year
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At a glance

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TL;DR

As an Applied Researcher II on the AI Foundations team focusing on Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic AI, you will lead innovative research initiatives to advance core LLM capabilities and develop cutting-edge solutions in finetuning. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance model performance and scalability. Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, or PyTorch is essential, along with a strong background in machine learning and natural language processing. Ideal candidates are innovative thinkers who can drive technical projects from conception to deployment, contributing significantly to the development of next-generation AI technologies that address complex business challenges at scale.

Skills

LLM Finetuning Python TensorFlow PyTorch Hugging Face Transformers CI/CD Git Docker Kubernetes AWS Azure Google Cloud Platform PostgreSQL MongoDB Jupyter Notebook GitHub Slack

What you'll do

  • Conduct advanced research in AI foundations and large language models (LLMs).
  • Develop core technologies for LLMs to enhance their capabilities.
  • Innovate and implement agentic AI features within the LLM framework.
  • Lead projects and mentor junior researchers in AI advancements.
  • Stay updated with cutting-edge developments in AI and machine learning.

What we're looking for

  • PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Expertise in large language models (LLM) and fine-tuning techniques.
  • Strong background in AI foundations and agentic AI research.
  • Proven track record of innovation and creativity in technical projects.
  • Leadership experience in a relevant academic or industry setting.

Market check

Salary context

This $262,500–$299,600 range sits above 90% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$168,000–$246,300

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$162,000–$246,150

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Capital One Financial

Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking

Capital One Financial currently has 489 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 483 roles with salary data.

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