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Manager, AI Research

Vanguard
Toronto, CAN
Full-time
Manager · 5+ years experience
Hybrid
Discovered 4 days ago
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Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer science, statistics, or a related technical field, including experience developing or leading advanced AI/ML solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or managing research scientists, machine learning scientists, research engineers, or similarly technical talent.
  • Strong technical expertise in one or more areas of modern AI and machine learning, such as generative AI, language models, agentic AI, reinforcement learning, multimodal AI, model evaluation, trustworthy AI, or AI safety and security.
  • Demonstrated ability to move advanced technical work from research and experimentation into prototypes, reusable capabilities, products, or production systems.
  • Strong understanding of machine learning research and development practices, including experimental design, model development, evaluation, benchmarking, statistical reasoning, and reproducibility.
  • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments, make sound technical decisions, and balance research exploration with practical delivery.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across research, engineering, product, business, risk, and other multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts and research findings for both technical and executive audiences.
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or another related quantitative discipline, or equivalent combination of

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience managing or technically leading senior scientists, researchers, or machine learning engineers.
  • Track record of research or advanced technical contributions demonstrated through deployed systems, publications, patents, open-source contributions, or other meaningful technical artifacts.
  • Experience transitioning AI/ML research into scalable production capabilities.
  • Experience partnering with engineering and product organizations on complex AI systems.
  • Experience working in financial services or another highly regulated or high-stakes environment.
  • How We Work
  • Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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