Jobs in Garfield Nj Flexible

THE TEAM

The mission of the Retail Team is to deliver world-class client experiences.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing, which means our Retail Team is expanding too. This is a unique opportunity to be part of delivering Everyday Luxury to everyone who loves (and will love) Aritzia. As a Style Advisor, you’ll exude world-class sales and service expertise in every interaction. And, with the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless — from a rewarding career in Retail to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Style Advisor, you’ll:

• Sell clothes and earn customer confidence through unparalleled styling expertise
• Deliver world-class experiences by creating meaningful, memorable moments
• Help ensure our boutique environments feel inspiring and that product is easily accessible

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Style Advisor has:

• A great sense of style
• An understanding of Aritzia's fundamental brand, aesthetic and values
• Passion for fashion and styling
• Desire to provide excellent service and outstanding customer experiences
• Commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's values, business, and leadership principles
• No previous retail experience is necessary

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you’ll receive while working at Aritzia:

• Competitive Pay Package — We’re committed to performance-based pay increases.
• Product Discount — We offer a 40% discount on all our Everyday Luxury product (online and in store)
• Set Your Schedule — We strive to align with your availability and preferred working hours (some restrictions apply).
• Career Progression — We foster growth. Our boutiques are the best place to start your career with Aritzia. Enjoy personalized career development and be first in line for opportunities in our other workplaces, including roles at our Support Office.
• Aspirational Workspace — We consider every design detail to connect to the energy of the culture.
• Health & Safety — We take industry-leading health and safety precautions, including on-site screenings, mask and distancing protocols and cleaning supplies

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.

Are you a natural Hunter who is driven by establishing and maintaining great business relationships that result in new opportunities and win-win solutions? Do you thrive on finding new potential customers who would be perfect for the solutions you offer?

Empire Today is seeking a Business Development Representative to join our highly motivated, fast-paced team. The Business Development Representative is responsible for driving new revenue by pursuing new business relationships, growing existing relationships and generating new opportunities through discovery of client needs. This is a great high earning potential opportunity from a generous commission and incentive structure.

Compensation: $70,000/Year

Responsibilities:

• Find and qualify new business opportunities using market research, simple analysis, and in-person prospecting.
• Drive new relationships and create new leads through office visits, reach-outs and active communication.
• Lead discovery meetings to understand client needs and develop tailored solutions/proposals.
• Generate new leads through active account management and reconnection of past business partners.
• Own the entirety of the sales process from initial contact through contract execution.
• Work with internal teams and attend initial job site appointments to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Meet with customers and managers as needed throughout the process.
• Keep salesforce updated and track pipeline progress.
• Lead regular client check-ins and events to strengthen relationships and support account growth.
• Escalate customer issues in a timely manner with the goal of fast, effective resolution.
• Create/present regular business review decks.
• Analyze account performance and market trends to improve sales strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience in account management, sales, or customer service.
• Strong presentation skills required.
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite.
• P&L experience preferred.
• Home/trade show experience a plus.

Why Empire Today?

• We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.
• We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.
• We have an unmatched company culture. We’ve won multiple awards for employee and customer satisfaction, and we believe it all comes down to our culture of teamwork, creativity, and growth.
• We’re one of the nation’s most recognizable brands. You’ll enjoy the stability that comes with a national company and a sense of pride when you’re a part of our team.

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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)

SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE!

You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe youre looking for a change of scenery?

USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities. Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.

Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible. Now is the time to make your move, along with excellent base pay, location pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives to newly appointed Agents (see details below).

DONT FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from:

Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $63,148 - $120,145 per year
Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
Overtime Pay: Up to 25%

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.

All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in5 CFR 575.102)will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

• Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa
• Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island
• Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
• El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta
• El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico
• Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina
• Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass
• Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren
• Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata
• Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen
• San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente
• Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville
• Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford
• Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox
• Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nations economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications:

GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:

• Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
• Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
• Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.

GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:

• Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
• Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
• Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.

Other Requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions.

Youll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal governments official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.

NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Government & Military

Employment Type: Full-Time

Wallington Plumbing Supply is looking for a driven Inside Sales Account Executive to support and grow our contractor customer base. This role focuses on relationship management, product expertise, and delivering reliable service in a fast-paced wholesale plumbing environment.

·        Support contractors and trade professionals with product selection, pricing, and order placement

·        Prepare and manage quotes, process orders, and follow up to ensure a smooth sales experience

·        Provide knowledgeable guidance on plumbing supplies, fixtures, fittings, and related products

·        Build and maintain long-term customer relationships through consistent communication and service

·        Handle inbound phone, email, and counter sales with professionalism and urgency

·        Partner with purchasing and warehouse teams to ensure accurate inventory and timely delivery

·        Experience in plumbing supply, HVAC, building materials, or a related industry preferred but not required

·        Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

·        Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

·        Customer-focused approach with a collaborative, team-first mindset

·        Familiarity with order entry systems or ERP platforms is a plus

·        Bilingual abilities are a plus but not required

·        Competitive compensation based on experience

·        Medical, dental, and vision insurance

·        Paid time off and paid holidays

·        Advancement opportunities within a stable, well-established company

·        Team-oriented culture that values reliability, performance, and industry knowledge

How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to

• Customer Interactions:
  • Manage inquiries in areas such as Member Services, Medicare, and Billing , assisting Spanish- and English-speaking customers.
  • Represent our client professionally by addressing and documenting all incoming queries, including complex calls related to specialized product lines.

• Quality Service:
  • Uphold the organization's philosophy of extraordinary customer relations.
  • Proactively engage with Health Plan, medical group, and facility personnel to gather relevant information for resolving member inquiries.

• Problem Resolution:
  • Analyze and evaluate customer issues to initiate and coordinate service recovery measures.
  • Document all member interactions meticulously following established procedures.

• Healthcare Knowledge
  • Demonstrate familiarity with health insurance terminology (copays, deductibles, claims, authorizations, etc.).
  • Understand Medicare/Medicaid plans and regulations, and explain plan benefits, provider networks, and coverage policies.

• Operational Excellence
  • Leverage a thorough understanding of company policies and processes to meet customer needs effectively.
  • Contribute to departmental goals and objectives while maintaining proficiency through ongoing training and use of required tools.

• Performance Metrics:
  • Monitor and achieve Contact Center KPIs, including call handling, first call resolution, and member retention.

• Compliance and Ethics:
  • Consistently uphold company compliance standards and Code of Conduct, ensuring privacy and confidentiality of member information.
  • Adhere to HIPAA regulations to protect personal health information (PHI) and maintain data security.

• Tools and Systems:
  • Use multiple systems/screens while assisting callers effectively
  • Navigate CRM, EMR/EHR, and ticketing platforms effectively

• Experience:
  • Fluency in both Spanish and English (spoken and written) is required.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of customer service or healthcare member-interaction experience.
  • Previous call center experience and/or prior experience in the health insurance industry (preferred).

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.

• Skills:
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to respond concisely and clearly to customer queries.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Typing speed of at least 35 WPM with a 5% or lower error rate.

• To thrive in this remote role, you'll need:

• Private Workspace: A dedicated, quiet workspace with a door that closes, free from ambient noise.

• Ergonomics: A comfortable desk and chair setup that allows for the proper installation of necessary equipment.

• Reliable Internet Connection: Stable, high-speed internet with a minimum bandwidth of 20 Mbps downstream and 20 Mbps upstream.

• Quiet, Distraction-Free Workspace: A dedicated, quiet area where you can focus on delivering excellent customer service without interruptions.

• Tech-Savvy: Comfort with technology and ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Self-motivation & Independence: Ability to stay productive and manage your time effectively in a remote environment.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially in a virtual setting.

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing technologies and procedures while working remotely.

• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate with opportunities for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Work Environment: A supportive, engaging, and inclusive work environment with opportunities to grow and develop your skills.
• Career Growth: Abundant advancement opportunities within the organization.
• Inclusive Workplace: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming individuals with disabilities and veterans.
• Unique Perks:
  • Cell Phone Benefits: $25/month per line for unlimited phone, text, and data (restrictions may apply).
  • Referral for Life Program™: Earn residual bonuses for referring employees who join the team and remain with the company.

Flynn Arby's joined Flynn Group in 2018 with the acquisition of 300+ restaurants.

Today we are the largest Arby's franchisee in the world and continue grow by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators.

We are one of seven premier brands of Flynn Group, which was founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn.

It has grown since then to the largest franchise operator in the world.

Flynn owns and operates a diversified portfolio of restaurants in iconic, world class brands across diverse segments, including Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's and Planet Fitness.

Our primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands.

We will achieve this by focusing on our core values; Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One.

At Flynn Arby's, we are seeking exceptional individuals to join our world-class team as Team Members.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a company that is committed to delivering flawless service and creating unforgettable dining experiences.

As a Team Member, you will play a crucial role in our success by providing outstanding customer service and ensuring a clean and inviting environment for our valued guests.

Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve quality food products in a fast-paced environment
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area, restrooms, and kitchen
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure the health and safety of our guests
- Assist with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and efficient service
- Handle cash and credit transactions accurately and efficiently Requirements:
- Previous experience in the food/hospitality industry is preferred but not required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 pounds If you are ambitious, have a proven track record of success in delivering exceptional service, and are ready to compete in a dynamic industry, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team at Flynn Arby's and be part of a company that will support your growth and help you reach your full potential.

This position offers competitive pay, meal discounts, health insurance, daily pay program, and Flexible scheduling.

Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities.

If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know.

We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!

Do you have sales experience and Want to start a career as sales insurance agent? Are you willing to train for license (paid by the company? Apply ASAP!

MORNING shift / Hybrid-remote / Direct Hire /No weekends / $68K - $73K annually

Our client, a nationwide insurer providing auto, home, small business, life, and specialty insurance products, is actively hiring. This position will handle inbound calls (warm leads), to assess customer needs, and recommend the best-fit options to customers that have requested quotes online. *There will be no cold calling!!

Type of Hire: Direct hire

Start Date: April 20th

Pay Rate: Pay Rate: $21/hr (negotiable depending experience)+ commissions + benefits

• uncapped performance-based Monthly incentive aprox $25k-30k realistic for the 1st year.
• Incentives based on: Total dollar volume sold, Net new policies sold, Customer satisfaction scores
• Annual pay aprox $68K - $73K annually
• 5% bilingual incentive.
• A competitive benefits package

Location: HYBRID ( 3 days office - 2 days at home) Phoenix, AZ 85085 (must live no more than 25-35 min drive)

Training: hybrid 3 months. M-F8:30am-5:00pm MST.- (M-W in office, Th-F at home).

1 week of New Employee Orientation, 4 weeks of licensing training and self-study, 1 week to pass tests, 2-3 weeks of technical/product knowledge training, and then 4 weeks of pod/nesting training.

• They have to score 90% or higher to pass the licensing tests - 2 chances!!

Post Training Schedule:

• Hybrid, M-W in office and Th-F at home.
• Monday-Friday 6am-5:30pm MST Full-time- 40 hours/week;
• Overtime optional on Saturdays

Duties

• Sell insurance products to inbound callers by gathering data from customers to generate quotes and ultimately bind the business; in some instances, make outbound calls to optimize sales potential.
• Provide exceptional customer service and build strong relationships, while educating customers regarding coverages and cost so that the customer can select the most appropriate option
• Qualify customers as buyers of other products/services to create cross-sell and upselling opportunities
• Navigate multiple computer systems while seamlessly interacting with the customer

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a sales environment
• Proven ability to meet quotas, metrics and goals
• A drive to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Direct sales skills, and the aptitude to influence customers and close the sale
• Excellent communication skills; Ability to explain complex policy and coverage information in understandable terms
• Must be eligible to obtain non-resident property and casualty license in all required states

Benefits:

• 11 holidays, 19 vacation days
• Onsite gym /Fun Environment - Gift cards, contests, etc
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off / Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance

Personal Lines Account Executive (Hybrid)

Timonium, Maryland

Jones Networking is recruiting for a Personal Lines Account Executive to join a growing insurance company in Timonium, Maryland. Our client offers a competitive salary, generous health benefits package, life and disability insurance, retirement plan and excellent work-life balance.

Requirements of the Personal Lines Account Executive:

- Must have an active P&C Maryland License

- At least 3 years of previous insurance experience (Personal Lines)

- EPIC/Applied experience preferred

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

- Ability to work independently and within a team environment

- Ability to work in a fast paced environment

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Any additional duties as assigned

Responsibilities of the Personal Lines Account Executive:

- Be able to manage multiple accounts

- Be able to engage with multiple customers on a daily basis

- Be able to maintain customer loyalty

- Implement new strategies to be able to retain customers

- Be a liaison with producer in expanding book as well as cross sell within existing book

- Review and maintain accuracy in database system while managing endorsements, invoicing and billing as well as correspondence

- Record any changes to customer accounts, updating service packages, and adding and removing accounts as needed

Compensation and Benefits for the Personal Lines Account Executive:

- Approximately $50,000 - $60,000/annually, depending on experience

- Generous health benefits package

- Dental and Vision insurance

- Retirement plan

AI Research Scientist | Machine Learning | Deep Learning | Natural Language Processing | LLM | Hybrid | San Jose, CA

Title: AI Research Scientist

Location: San Jose, CA

Responsibilities:

• Design, execute, and analyze machine learning experiments, establishing strong baselines and selecting appropriate evaluation metrics.
• Stay up to date with the latest AI research; identify, adapt, and validate novel techniques for company-specific use cases.
• Define rigorous evaluation protocols, including offline metrics, user studies, and adversarial (red team) testing to ensure statistical soundness.
• Specify data and annotation requirements; develop annotation guidelines and oversee quality control processes.
• Collaborate closely with domain experts, product managers, and engineering teams to refine problem statements and operational constraints.
• Develop reusable research assets such as datasets, modular code components, evaluation suites, and comprehensive documentation.
• Work alongside ML Engineers to optimize training and inference pipelines, ensuring seamless integration into production systems.
• Contribute to academic publications and represent the company in research communities, as needed.

Educational Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Candidates with a master’s degree and exceptional research or industry experience will also be considered.

Industry Experience:

• 3–5 years of experience in AI/ML research roles, ideally in applied or product-focused environments.
• Demonstrated success in delivering research-driven solutions that have been deployed in production.
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams across research, engineering, and product.
• Publications in top-tier AI/ML conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, CVPR) are a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Strong foundational knowledge in machine learning and deep learning algorithms.
• Hands-on experience with PEFT/LoRA, adapters, fine-tuning techniques, and RLHF/RLAIF (e.g., PPO, DPO, GRPO).
• Ability to read, implement, and adapt state-of-the-art research papers to real-world use cases.
• Proficiency in hypothesis-driven experimentation, ablation studies, and statistically sound evaluations.
• Advanced programming skills in Python (preferred), C++, or Java.
• Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, Hugging Face, NumPy, etc.
• Strong mathematical foundations in probability, linear algebra, and calculus.
• Domain expertise in one or more areas: natural language processing (NLP), symbolic reasoning, speech processing, etc.
• Ability to translate research insights into roadmaps, technical specifications, and product improvements.

AI Research Scientist | Machine Learning | Deep Learning | Natural Language Processing | LLM | Hybrid | San Jose, CA