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We are currently looking for a Director of Machine Learning who will take the lead and manage several strategic initiatives within our organization. The right candidate will possess strong machine ...

We are currently looking for a Director of Machine Learning who will take the lead and manage several strategic initiatives within our organization. The right candidate will possess strong machine ...

About the Team You'll lead the Machine Learning and FPT teams, working closely with the Director of Cloud Engineering and Director of Autonomy. Cross-departmentally, you'll collaborate with Product ...

About the Team You'll lead the Machine Learning and FPT teams, working closely with the Director of Cloud Engineering and Director of Autonomy. Cross-departmentally, you'll collaborate with Product ...

Graduate degree in Computer Science with a strong background in machine learning required. * Strong problem-solving abilities, solid background in algorithms and data structures required. * Strong ...

Graduate degree in Computer Science with a strong background in machine learning required. * Strong problem-solving abilities, solid background in algorithms and data structures required. * Strong ...

Machine Learning Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180K - $250K/yr

Undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science or similar technical field * 4+ years ... The work you do here will have a noticeable and direct impact on the development of the company.

Machine Learning Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$180K - $250K/yr

Undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science or similar technical field * 4+ years ... The work you do here will have a noticeable and direct impact on the development of the company.

Machine Learning Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$180K - $250K/yr

Undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science or similar technical field * 4+ years ... The work you do here will have a noticeable and direct impact on the development of the company.

Over 10 years of experience in software engineering with at least 5 years focused in designing machine learning solutions with direct application in the data engineering space * Ability to lead and ...

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How much do director graduate machine learning jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director graduate machine learning in the United States is $103,662.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $118,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Graduate Machine Learning vs Data Scientist?

AspectDirector Graduate Machine LearningData Scientist
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees (Master's/PhD), strong machine learning backgroundTypically Bachelor's or Master's, focus on data analysis and modeling
Work EnvironmentLeadership role, strategic planning, overseeing teamsHands-on data analysis, model development, experimentation
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, research institutions, large enterprisesVariety of industries including finance, healthcare, tech
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in MLData analysis and modeling skills

The main difference is that a Director Graduate Machine Learning typically holds a leadership position overseeing ML teams and strategy, requiring advanced degrees and experience. In contrast, a Data Scientist focuses on hands-on data analysis, modeling, and experimentation without necessarily managing teams or setting strategic direction.

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Graduate Machine Learning Researcher - Chicago

Graduate Machine Learning Researcher - Chicago

IMC

Chicago, IL

$300K/yr

Other

PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

As a Graduate Machine Learning Researcher at IMC, your work will directly impact our global trading strategies. You will apply advanced machine learning, statistical, and computational techniques to solve complex, real-world trading problems, contributing to trading strategies across global equities, futures, and options markets. Machine Learning Researchers work closely with Traders and Developers in an environment where problem solving, innovation and teamwork are recognized and rewarded.

Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and evaluate machine learning models for trading applications, with successful research deployed into production
  • Apply rigorous statistical techniques to measure performance, control overfitting, and understand model risk and interpretability
  • Investigate novel machine learning approaches through rigorous experimentation and analysis in real trading environments
  • Communicate research progress and outcomes effectively, ensuring knowledge transfer within the team and across departments
  • Collaborate closely with traders, researchers, and engineers to translate research into production trading systems

Your Skills and Experience:

  • PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or a related quantitative field
  • Strong foundations in machine learning, probability, and statistics, with experience applying advanced ML techniques to solve challenging research or real-world problems
  • Demonstrated hands-on research experience in deep learning fundamentals such as neural network architectures, sequence modeling, training dynamics, or optimization
  • Proficiency in Python and modern machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, Tensorflow, and/or JAX
  • Demonstrated research excellence through publications, preprints, research internships, or significant research projects; publications at venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, or equivalent conferences are highly preferred
  • Ability to commence full-time employment in February or August 2027

You may submit one application per role each year.  We strongly encourage you to focus on applying to a single role that best matches your skills and interests.  Though you may apply to multiple roles, please note that each application will be evaluated based on the specific criteria established for that particular role. If you have already applied for this position during the current recruitment season and were not selected, you may reapply when the next recruitment season begins in 2027.

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Base Salary: $300,000