Principal AI/ML Scientist

Responsibilities:

• Research, design, and implement advanced AIML products to streamline and reduce the software development lifecycle, leveraging in-depth knowledge of IT Software development processes.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business processes and develop hypotheses, translating requirements into AIML approaches for IT optimization.
• Develop highly complex AIML solution with the highest level of quality control and risk assessment and prepare actionable recommendations to senior leadership, focusing on IT process and productivity enhancement.
• Drive innovative AIML applications and stay ahead of industry trends, partnering with business leaders to adopt and grow AIML portfolio in IT operations.
• Continuously research and explore most advanced AI techniques, particularly in Generative AI including Advanced RAG, Fine-tuning LLMs, Agentic frameworks and Reinforcement learning, maintaining expert knowledge in the space.
• Demonstrate thought leadership at both internal and external conferences. Mentor data scientists on the team, serving as the highest point of escalation and fostering a culture of innovation and AIML excellence.

Qualifications:

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
• 10+ years in data science and machine learning, with 5+ years of in-depth experience in generative AI, autonomous agents, deep learning, and reinforcement learning.
• Advanced Python programming and proficiency in AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Proficiency in cloud-based AWS AI services and tools, particularly AWS SageMaker.
• Proven history of delivering groundbreaking AI solutions for IT process improvement and leading innovation.
• In-depth IT domain knowledge of software development processes and IT software methodologies including UX design, microservices, and database-related terminology.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Relevant AI/ML or cloud certifications are a plus.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.