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Fellow – AI Investigation & Incubation

Fellow – AI Investigation & Incubation

CompanyAVEVA
LocationSan Leandro, CA, USA
Salary$271400 – $452400
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in AI, Applied Math, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in AI/ML-focused roles spanning applied research, incubation, or innovation within complex organizations
  • In-depth and up-to-date understanding of cutting-edge AI capabilities, including foundation models, relevant to industrial applications
  • Expert knowledge of the AI ecosystem including open source and hosted models
  • Prior experience building AI solutions for one or more of AVEVA’s key industries including: data centers, pharmaceuticals/life sciences, energy, manufacturing, renewables, and power systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Innovative thinker with a proactive approach
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proven experience working with and presenting to senior leadership and executives
  • Prior management experience and demonstrated ability to recruit and lead a distributed team

Responsibilities

  • Establish and execute a structured approach to identifying and evaluating emerging AI technologies, research directions, and architectural patterns relevant to AVEVA’s strategic priorities
  • Design and oversee rapid, lightweight experiments and pilots to assess feasibility, value potential, and integration pathways
  • Transition promising AI capabilities into structured incubation tracks with cross-functional input, ensuring technical maturity and business relevance
  • Ensure high standards of rigor in model selection, data use, and evaluation practices across investigations and experiments
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including emerging tech innovation, engineering, product management, and business development, to integrate technology trends into strategic plans
  • Build a team of and provide leadership and mentorship to AI technologists. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

  • Track record of contributions to research publications and technical conferences highly preferred