Ai Researcher

Summary

Join Leadtech's AI Lab as an AI Researcher and contribute to the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate research insights into impactful business solutions. This role demands a strong foundation in AI research, proficiency in state-of-the-art ML techniques, and the ability to prototype and experiment with new approaches. Leadtech offers a flexible career path with personalized internal training and an annual budget for external learning opportunities, along with a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy a work-life balance with flexible work arrangements, including full remote options, and a competitive salary and benefits package. The office in Barcelona offers unique perks such as free coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, a game room, and a rooftop terrace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
• Be a dedicated AI and ML researcher with a solid foundation in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. Be proficient in Software Development and Engineering, with a proven ability to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions for real-world global products
• Have deep knowledge in Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Computer Vision, Deep Learning
• Have strong knowledge on Python as a programming language
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Be able to evaluate and interpret complex data and scenarios with logical reasoning
• Have attention to detail with consistently high-quality results in academic or professional work
• Demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making, grounded in real-world understanding
• Show genuine enthusiasm for AI, staying updated on the latest advancements and exploring the field in depth
• Be a quick and humble learner with a curious mindset, able to adopt new tools and solve cross-disciplinary challenges creatively
• Be ambitious and hard-working, consistently willing to tackle demanding challenges to achieve goals
• Balance speed and quality effectively, understanding the importance of efficiency in a competitive environment
• Have a proven track record of excellence in academic or professional achievements, consistently exceeding expectations

Responsibilities

• Research, investigate, evaluate, and optimize the latest AI models, bridging the gap between Market Research, Product Ownership, and Business Intelligence
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including the AI Market Research Team Lead, AI Data Scientist, AI Architect Engineer, AI DevOps Engineer, BI team, and Product Owners, to deploy AI models into production. This includes automating internal operations tools and developing B2C products
• Contribute to the development of best practices for code reuse, model training, and fine-tuning, improving accuracy while managing costs effectively
• Create, manage, and analyze large datasets, overseeing unstructured data acquisition, object detection, labeling, and data loader development. Extract patterns, trends, and insights to inform AI model development
• Train machine learning models, fine-tune them for optimal performance, and ensure their scalability and efficiency. Assess their reliability and performance through rigorous testing and validation
• Stay at the forefront of AI advancements, sharing insights, recommendations, and findings with your team. Contribute to AI research through publications, conferences, and presentations, while driving innovation in the field

Benefits

• Growth and career development: Enjoy a flexible career path with personalized internal training and an annual budget for external learning opportunities
• Work-Life balance: Benefit from a flexible schedule with flextime (7 - 9:30 a.m. start, 3:30 - 6 p.m. end) and the option of working full remote or from our Barcelona office. Enjoy free Friday afternoons with a 7-hour workday, plus a 35-hour workweek in July and August so you can savor summer!
• Competitive salary, full-time permanent contract, and top-tier private health insurance (including dental and psychological services)
• 25 days of vacation plus your birthday off, with flexible vacation options—no blackout days!
• Free coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, a game room, and a rooftop terrace with stunning Mediterranean views (Barcelona office)
• Ticket restaurant and nursery vouchers, paid directly from your gross salary