Machine Learning Researcher
$154K - $213K/yr
Morgan Stanley's Machine Learning Research Department is responsible for working across the Firms many business units and technology teams to solve mission-critical problems. We are a highly ...
$154K - $213K/yr
Morgan Stanley's Machine Learning Research Department is responsible for working across the Firms many business units and technology teams to solve mission-critical problems. We are a highly ...
$154K - $213K/yr
Morgan Stanley's Machine Learning Research Department is responsible for working across the Firms many business units and technology teams to solve mission-critical problems. We are a highly ...
$155K - $195K/yr
The Role As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge AI/ML research into production systems that solve critical national security problems. Working as part of a ...
$155K - $195K/yr
The Role As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge AI/ML research into production systems that solve critical national security problems. Working as part of a ...
$155K - $195K/yr
The Role As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge AI/ML research into production systems that solve critical national security problems. Working as part of a ...
$155K - $195K/yr
The Role As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge AI/ML research into production systems that solve critical national security problems. Working as part of a ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$155K - $195K/yr
The Role As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge AI/ML research into production systems that solve critical national security problems. Working as part of a ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$155K - $195K/yr
The Role As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge AI/ML research into production systems that solve critical national security problems. Working as part of a ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
SENIOR MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER I Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical ... Collaborate with other researchers/engineers on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
SENIOR MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER I Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical ... Collaborate with other researchers/engineers on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
Collaborate with other researchers/engineers on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ... SENIOR MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER II: * Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience, master ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
Collaborate with other researchers/engineers on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ... SENIOR MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER II: * Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience, master ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$113K - $144K/yr
Carnegie Mellon University is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist for their Secure AI Lab. The role focuses on conducting research into ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$113K - $144K/yr
Carnegie Mellon University is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist for their Secure AI Lab. The role focuses on conducting research into ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$100 - $130/hr
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, AI Evaluation Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM SHRMis ... As thetrusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$100 - $130/hr
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, AI Evaluation Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM SHRMis ... As thetrusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
$105K - $145K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to that will focus on researching, designing ... Research, evaluate, and select appropriate machine learning approaches and architectures based on ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
$105K - $145K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to that will focus on researching, designing ... Research, evaluate, and select appropriate machine learning approaches and architectures based on ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
$105K - $145K/yr
... Senior Machine Learning Engineer to that will focus on researching, designing, training, and ... Research, evaluate, and select appropriate machine learning approaches and architectures based on ...
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Mclean, VA · On-site
$105K - $145K/yr
... Senior Machine Learning Engineer to that will focus on researching, designing, training, and ... Research, evaluate, and select appropriate machine learning approaches and architectures based on ...
$105K - $145K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to that will focus on researching, designing ... Research, evaluate, and select appropriate machine learning approaches and architectures based on ...
$105K - $145K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to that will focus on researching, designing ... Research, evaluate, and select appropriate machine learning approaches and architectures based on ...
$105K - $145K/yr
Senior Machine Learning Engineer Location: McLean, VA (hybrid); occasional travel to Durham, NC and ... ML R&D software company with offices in Durham, NC and McLean, VA, that uses artificial ...
$105K - $145K/yr
Senior Machine Learning Engineer Location: McLean, VA (hybrid); occasional travel to Durham, NC and ... ML R&D software company with offices in Durham, NC and McLean, VA, that uses artificial ...
Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site
$118K - $162K/yr
Role: Sr. Machine Learning Engineer Location: Ft. Belvoir, VA (On-site with Hybrid Option) Duration: Long Term Contract Clearance: DOD Top Secret Clearance (Must) As a consultant, will be working to ...
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Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site
$118K - $162K/yr
Role: Sr. Machine Learning Engineer Location: Ft. Belvoir, VA (On-site with Hybrid Option) Duration: Long Term Contract Clearance: DOD Top Secret Clearance (Must) As a consultant, will be working to ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$111K - $153K/yr
As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and ... The Senior Machine Learning Engineer develops the systems that run multiple AI models against ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$111K - $153K/yr
As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and ... The Senior Machine Learning Engineer develops the systems that run multiple AI models against ...
$111K - $153K/yr
The Senior Machine Learning Engineer develops the systems that run multiple AI models against ... Evaluation Methodology & Applied AI Research * Partner closely with HR subject matter experts to ...
$111K - $153K/yr
The Senior Machine Learning Engineer develops the systems that run multiple AI models against ... Evaluation Methodology & Applied AI Research * Partner closely with HR subject matter experts to ...
Alexandria, VA · Hybrid
$100K - $130K/yr
As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and ... The Senior Machine Learning Engineer develops the systems that run multiple AI models against ...
Alexandria, VA · Hybrid
$100K - $130K/yr
As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and ... The Senior Machine Learning Engineer develops the systems that run multiple AI models against ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$220 - $250/hr
At Nyla, we are proud to deliver solutions that make a real impact! We're seeking an experienced, visionary Senior Machine Learning Engineers to orchestrate and optimize complex machine learning ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$220 - $250/hr
At Nyla, we are proud to deliver solutions that make a real impact! We're seeking an experienced, visionary Senior Machine Learning Engineers to orchestrate and optimize complex machine learning ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$113K - $144K/yr
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist in the Frontier Lab, which focuses on applied artificial intelligence for government missions. The role involves ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$113K - $144K/yr
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist in the Frontier Lab, which focuses on applied artificial intelligence for government missions. The role involves ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$113K - $144K/yr
The Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist will lead applied research and prototype development for government missions, collaborating across research and engineering disciplines while ensuring ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$113K - $144K/yr
The Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist will lead applied research and prototype development for government missions, collaborating across research and engineering disciplines while ensuring ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$120K - $165K/yr
... research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware ... As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will drive hands-on engineering and modeling for Defense ...
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Arlington, VA · On-site
$120K - $165K/yr
... research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware ... As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you will drive hands-on engineering and modeling for Defense ...
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| Aspect | Senior Machine Learning Researcher | Data Scientist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Advanced degrees in CS, ML, or related fields | Degree in CS, statistics, or related fields; certifications optional |
| Work Environment | Research labs, R&D teams, academia | Business analytics, product teams, startups |
| Industry Usage | Research-focused roles in tech, academia, R&D | Data analysis, business insights, product development |
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While both roles involve working with data and machine learning, a Senior Machine Learning Researcher primarily focuses on developing new algorithms and advancing ML theory in research settings. In contrast, a Data Scientist applies existing models to analyze data, generate insights, and support business decisions. The roles differ mainly in their focus—research innovation versus practical application—though they share overlapping skills and credentials.
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Morgan Stanley's Machine Learning Research Department is responsible for working across the Firms many business units and technology teams to solve mission-critical problems. We are a highly motivated and collaborative team of scientists, technologists, and market practitioners.
In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.
Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.
Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on.
We are seeking someone capable of independently tackling research problems that have commercial applications. Ideal candidates will be able to apply the technical expertise and research acumen cultivated in their academic careers to real-world financial and operating problems. Please see our research papers for more: https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/technology/machine-learning-research-team
What you'll bring to the role:
These candidates will have a track record of exceptionally creative, hands-on, high-impact machine learning research and applications, evidenced by publications in competitive venues. We welcome candidates from both industry and academia, and at various levels of seniority, from Ph.D. students nearing graduation to established researchers. Broad experience across multiple fields is a plus.
Development experience in Python or R (C, C++, Java, etc is a plus)
Deep understanding of statistical learning methods
Strong communications and organizational skills
4+ years of applicable research experience
Bachelor's degree required, Ph.D. desired
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Finance and insurance and software development
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New York, NY, US