Machine Learning Research Scientist
Technology
San Mateo, CA · $200k a year · Posted November 2, 2026
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...this role on behalf of our client. Develop research systems that propose, test and refine... ...neural network development, reinforcement learning and close work with engineers. What... ...Looking For MS or PhD in computer science, machine learning, AI or a quantitative field, or...