Senior Research Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Research Engineer to support the development of next-generation generative AI powered solutions for Oracle Analytics. As a software developer embedded in an applied science team you will work closely with both scientists and engineers to implement, improve, and productionize cutting-edge scientific solutions for Oracle's analytics platforms and applications. You will be responsible for streamlining machine learning operations, implementing highly scalable experimentation and evaluation infrastructure, and optimizing code for operational performance. You will have an opportunity to deepen your knowledge of AI/Generative AI and, jointly with Applied Scientists, engage in forward-looking science development. Demonstrated experience implementing, scaling, and productionizing complex AI solutions is required. The successful candidate will have in-depth experience with MLOps, LLMs, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, data processing pipelines, and evaluation pipelines. Familiarity with frameworks such as OpenSearch, LangChain/LangGraph is required; hands-on experience with distributed training and inference frameworks as well as SQL and analytics tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain efficient tooling and infrastructure for research experimentation.

Implement model prototypes, optimize code for speed and scalability.

Run experiment series and ablation studies.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions into various applications and products.

Guide junior scientists and engineers on best practices for software development.

Keep abreast of industry developments and innovations in AI computing.

Engage in customizing AI solutions for specific verticals or customers.

Qualifications and Experience:

MS or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of work experience.

Hands-on experience in generative AI model/application implementation and evaluation.

Hands-on experience implementing experimentation frameworks, data pipelines, MLOps.

Solid understanding of generative AI and deep learning algorithms and architectures.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent proficiency in Python/PyTorch/Pyspark, MLFlow, SQL, Scikit-learn, Git, Bash, SLURM, Linux/Unix.

Familiarity with a cloud-computing environment (OCI, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure).

Knowledge of Oracle Analytics platforms and services is a plus.

Familiarity with LangGraph, OpenSearch, LLM APIs, MCP, A2A.

Ability to iterate quickly and work in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication skills and ability to work successfully with both applied scientists and engineering teams.

Career Level - IC3

Qualifications

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

CA: Hiring Range in CAD from: $66,800 to $145,900 per annum.
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $79,800 to $178,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC3

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