Senior Research Scientist

As a Senior Research Scientist at Persistent in Pune, you will play a crucial role in contributing to innovation in Generative AI and applied machine learning. With over 7 years of experience, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of intellectually curious individuals. Here is what you will be responsible for and the qualifications you should bring to the table: Role Overview: - You will be expected to demonstrate strong expertise in Generative AI, including LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude, Gemini), fine-tuning, and prompt engineering. - Your applied ML experience should cover areas such as semantic search, vector databases (FAISS, Weaviate, Pinecone), hallucination detection, summarization, and model evaluation. Key Responsibilities: - Excellent coding skills in Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and scikit-learn are essential. - You should have a solid grounding in ML fundamentals, experimentation, and feature engineering. - A structured, hypothesis-driven approach to problem-solving is crucial for success in this role. Qualifications Required: - 7+ years of experience in a similar role. - Deep technical expertise in Generative AI and applied machine learning. - Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to clearly communicate complex ideas. - Proven experience in working with technologies like LLMs and vector databases. - Proficiency in Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch and TensorFlow. If you join Persistent, you can look forward to a competitive salary and benefits package. The company culture is focused on talent development, with quarterly growth opportunities, company-sponsored higher education, and certifications. Employee engagement initiatives include project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards. Annual health check-ups and insurance coverage for self, spouse, two children, and parents are also provided. Persistent is committed to fostering a values-driven, people-centric, and inclusive work environment. The company encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and regardless of gender or gender preference. The office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. If you have specific requirements due to disabilities, please inform the company during the application process or at any time during your employment. Join Persistent to unleash your full potential in a supportive and inclusive environment. "Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind." As a Senior Research Scientist at Persistent in Pune, you will play a crucial role in contributing to innovation in Generative AI and applied machine learning. With over 7 years of experience, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of intellectually curious individuals. Here is what you will be responsible for and the qualifications you should bring to the table: Role Overview: - You will be expected to demonstrate strong expertise in Generative AI, including LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude, Gemini), fine-tuning, and prompt engineering. - Your applied ML experience should cover areas such as semantic search, vector databases (FAISS, Weaviate, Pinecone), hallucination detection, summarization, and model evaluation. Key Responsibilities: - Excellent coding skills in Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and scikit-learn are essential. - You should have a solid grounding in ML fundamentals, experimentation, and feature engineering. - A structured, hypothesis-driven approach to problem-solving is crucial for success in this role. Qualifications Required: - 7+ years of experience in a similar role. - Deep technical expertise in Generative AI and applied machine learning. - Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to clearly communicate complex ideas. - Proven experience in working with technologies like LLMs and vector databases. - Proficiency in Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch and TensorFlow. If you join Persistent, you can look forward to a competitive salary and benefits package. The company culture is focused on talent development, with quarterly growth opportunities, company-sponsored higher education, and certifications. Employee engagement initiatives include project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards. Annual health check-ups and insurance coverage for self, spouse, two children, and parents are also provided. Persistent is committed to fostering a values-driven, people-centric, and inclusive work environment. The company encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and regardless of gender or gender p