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Applied AI Researcher: LLMs, Optimization & Finetuning

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Capital One National Association in McLean, VA is seeking an Applied Researcher 4 to advance AI foundations, including LLMs, training optimization, and finetuning. The role emphasizes collaboration with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to deploy AI-powered banking experiences.

The ideal candidate has a PhD or MS with applied research, deep learning expertise, and a track record of scalable model deployment and research publications.

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Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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