Senior AI Scientist

Opportunity OverviewAre you energized by solving complex problems where the answer isn’t obvious? Do you want to build AI systems that influence decisions at enterprise scale? Are you excited about turning cutting-edge AI into real business impact? If so, this could be the role for you.As part of the AI, Data, and Emerging Technology Lab within Edward Jones (EJ Labs), you’ll help shape how AI is applied across the firm—building reusable products and platforms that power enterprise decision-making. EJ Labs focuses on translating emerging technologies into practical, scalable solutions that drive growth, efficiency, and client outcomes.As a Senior AI Scientist, you’ll operate at the intersection of advanced analytics, engineering, and business strategy. You’ll design and deliver production-grade AI capabilities that tackle ambiguous, high-stakes problems—supporting decisions that impact tens of millions of households and more than $2 trillion in assets. This is an opportunity to build durable systems, influence how the firm prioritizes and serves clients, and elevate how modern AI is applied in financial services.What You’ll DoSolve complex, constrained business problems using advanced algorithms and sound judgment to design effective, scalable solutionsDesign and build custom AI and machine learning models and systems, going beyond off-the-shelf approaches to create novel capabilitiesOwn solutions end-to-end—from problem framing and model development through deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvementTranslate technical insights into clear, compelling narratives that influence business decisions and drive measurable impactOperate effectively with imperfect and incomplete data, making pragmatic trade-offs while clearly communicating assumptions, risks, and limitationsApply strong engineering and data practices, including data pipelines, SQL optimization, version control (Git), testing, CI/CD, and production monitoringBuild and deploy solutions in modern cloud and distributed environments (Databricks)Mentor and elevate others by sharing expertise, improving practices, and raising the bar for technical excellencePartner across business, analytics, and technology teams to align solutions with enterprise prioritiesManage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, balancing speed, rigor, and business impact with minimal oversightWhat You’ll Work On / Immediate ImpactBuilding AI-powered decisioning systems that inform enterprise strategy and client outcomesDeveloping reusable AI products and platforms to accelerate adoption across the firmDesigning solutions that leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and emerging AI capabilities (including GenAI and agentic systems)Scaling data science solutions into robust, production-ready systems used across the businessShaping how the firm uses AI to plan, prioritize, and deliver value to clients at scalePosition RequirementsWhat You'll Need9+ years of experience delivering applied data science solutions in real-world environments, including taking work from concept through productionAdvanced degree (MS required, PhD preferred) in a quantitative fieldProven track record of solving ambiguous, high-impact business problems requiring custom solution designDemonstrated ability to drive adoption and influence decisions, ensuring work leads to measurable outcomesStrong programming skills (Python) with the ability to write production-quality code and mentor othersDeep expertise in statistical modeling and at least two of: ML, AI, GenAI, Optimization, and agentic systemsExperience with large-scale data and distributed compute environments including DatabricksStrong foundation in data systems and software development practices, including pipelines, testing, and maintainable codebasesDemonstrated ability to learn continuously, innovate, and operate in ambiguous environments while bringing others alongWhat Sets You ApartExperience building custom AI solutions in complex or regulated environments.Strong ability to bridge advanced technical work with real business impact.Passion for developing reusable, scalable AI capabilities—not just one-off modelsTrack record of influencing senior stakeholders through data-driven storytellingA mindset focused on ownership, curiosity, and continuous improvement.Company DescriptionJoin a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500¹ company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across the U.S. and Canada, we’re proud to be privately-owned, placing the focus on our clients rather than shareholder returns.Behind everything we do is our purpose: We partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. We are an innovative, flexible, and inclusive organization that attracts, develops, and inspires performance excellence and a sense of belonging. People are at the center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and supported. This is what we believe makes us the best place to start or build your career. View our Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report.¹Fortune 500, published June 2024, data as of December 2023. 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We're proud of our associates' contributions to the firm and the recognitions we have received.Check out our U.S. awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward JonesCheck out our Canadian awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward JonesPosition ScheduleFull-Time Posting LocationArizona, Tempe, Missouri, St. LouisExternal Work ArrangementsHome-Based Position TypeHome Office EEO StatementEdward Jones does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.RecruiterTara BeiermannSalary InformationEdward Jones' compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage. Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax-advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account. Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism. Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing. All associates are eligible for the firm's Employee Assistance Program. For more information on the Benefits available to Edward Jones associates, please visit our benefits page.CountryUnited States Search Headquarters Positions by Area of InterestAnalytics and Insights : 120286BR