Staff Research Scientist- GenAI Foundational

Visa • Foster City, CA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Visa Research conducts applied and fundamental research and was created to lead the company in pushing the boundaries of payment related technologies on a global scale. We engage with the company's numerous technology and product teams, world-wide business partners, academics, and governments, to explore and develop technologies that will shape the future of the payments industry and impact the lives of billions of people.
The role will work with a growing team to advance the long-term research agenda in artificial intelligence and machine learning to extract actionable insights from transaction data, as well as deliver innovative technologies and insights to Visa's strategic products and business. This role represents an exciting opportunity to make key contributions to Visa's strategic vision as a world-leading data-driven company.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, or highly quantitative field with strength in Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Statistical or other mathematical analysis.
• Extensive experience in machine learning, deep learning, and generative models.
• Strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and expertise in deep learning frameworks and large language models.
• Proven track record of leading research projects and delivering innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects in the area of generative AI, scalable AI, and foundation models
• Develop innovative approaches and models to address complex problems in generative AI
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement scalable AI solutions
• Stay abreast of the latest research trends, publications, and advancements in the field
• Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals
• Collaborate with industry partners and academic institutions to foster research collaborations
• Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio through patent filings
• Set strategic direction for research initiatives, aligning them with organizational goals and business priorities
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies for Visa’s products and services

Benefits

• Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree