Applied Researcher II

Capital One Financial

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McLean, VA · San Francisco, CA · Cambridge, MA · San Jose, CA · New York, NY 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 at a leading tech company in Cambridge, MA or other major U.S. cities, you will join a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge research and development. Your primary responsibilities include innovating and finetuning machine learning models to solve complex business problems, with a strong emphasis on natural language processing (NLP) techniques such as LLMs. Day-to-day tasks involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities and drive technological advancements. Ideal candidates possess deep expertise in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and other relevant tools, alongside a proven track record of creativity and leadership in the field of AI research. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to work on large-scale projects that significantly impact the industry landscape.

Skills

LLM Finetuning

What you'll do

  • Conduct advanced research in applied fields to develop innovative solutions.
  • Design and implement experiments to test hypotheses and gather data.
  • Analyze complex datasets using statistical methods and machine learning techniques.
  • Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at industry conferences.
  • Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the development of new methodologies.

What we're looking for

  • PhD in Computer Science or related field.
  • Strong background in machine learning and natural language processing.
  • Experience with model finetuning and large-scale data analysis.
  • Proven track record of innovation and creativity in research.
  • Excellent leadership skills for guiding technical projects.

Market check

Salary context

This $262,500–$299,600 range sits above 95% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$115,900–$220,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$130,787–$201,700

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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