AI Research Engineer

This role is part of our proactive recruitment strategy and may be used for current and future openings at our company. If you're passionate about crafting innovative solutions for customers, consider applying your skills in technology at Thomson Reuters Labs! We are seeking an AI Research Engineer with expertise in AI and ML, eager to develop data-driven capabilities that revolutionize the work of legal, accounting, and government professionals worldwide. As a vital member of Thomson Reuters Labs, you will directly influence our company and create products and features that delight our customers. What We Do at Thomson Reuters Labs: We experiment, build, and deliver. Our focus is on customer obsession through applied research and the development of groundbreaking products and technologies across our core segments: Legal, Tax & Accounting, Government, and Reuters News. As a Research Engineer, you will be part of a global interdisciplinary team committed to driving our digital transformation through innovative engineering. We're looking for adaptable learners who can design with the customer in mind, effectively code, and are excited about learning new skills as required. Are you ready to dive into new problem spaces? Join us! Key Responsibilities: • Develop and Deliver: Engage in the full software development lifecycle by designing, building, testing, and delivering high-quality solutions using modern software practices.

• Build Scalable ML Solutions: Design large-scale data processing pipelines to facilitate the development and training of novel machine learning algorithms, while ensuring high performance in large online delivery environments.

• Collaborative Team Player: Work in a team-oriented environment where sharing information and valuing diverse ideas is essential, collaborating with cross-functional and remote teams.

• Agile Mindset: Embrace a sense of urgency and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, delivering timely solutions.

• Innovative Thinker: Be empowered to explore new approaches and technologies, contributing innovative ideas and ensuring accountability for complete deliveries.

• Effective Communicator: Engage dynamically with cross-functional partners and team members, articulating ideas and collaborating on technical advancements effectively.

What We're Looking For: • A Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or a related field.

• At least 2 years of software engineering experience, particularly with machine learning and natural language processing.

• Experience in Python software development stacks and ecosystems, ideally also familiar with other programming languages.

• Capability to understand, apply, integrate, and deploy machine learning techniques into various systems.

• Familiarity with the Python data science stack, including libraries like Numpy, SciPy, Pandas, Dask, spaCy, NLTK, and scikit-learn.

• A commitment to writing clean, reusable, maintainable, and well-tested code.

• A strong desire to learn and engage with emerging technologies.

• Understanding of probabilistic models and the mathematical concepts underlying machine learning techniques.

• Proficiency in automation, system monitoring, and cloud-native applications, with knowledge of AWS or Azure.

• Previous exposure to Natural Language Processing tasks such as Named Entity Recognition, Information Extraction, and Information Retrieval.

• A capacity to understand and translate between research and engineering methodologies.

• Ability to implement machine learning solutions into production-ready software.

What's in it for You? • Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment with 2-3 days a week in the office, creating a digitally and physically connected workspace.

• Work-Life Balance: Our supportive policies, including flexible work arrangements and the option to work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empower you to achieve a balanced personal and professional life.

• Career Development: We promote continuous learning and skill development, equipping you with the tools necessary to navigate future challenges in an AI-driven landscape.

• Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible vacation, mental health days, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and resources for your overall wellbeing.

• Inclusive Culture: Join a globally recognized team that values diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging.

• Community Impact: Participate in our Social Impact Institute with two paid volunteer days off annually and engagement in pro-bono projects and ESG initiatives.

• Real-World Impact: Work with one of the few companies globally supporting justice, truth, and transparency, providing trusted information to people worldwide.

Our use of AI in recruitment means that, unless opted out, our AI system will evaluate your information against job requirements to streamline hiring processes. This role may also be located at one of our offices in New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The salary range in these locations is $101,600 - $188,700, or $88,200 - $163,800 for eligible US locations. In Ontario, Canada, the salary range is $80,000 - $100,000. Pay is determined based on knowledge, skills, and experience, and may include an Annual Bonus based on enterprise and individual performance. About Us: Thomson Reuters brings together trusted content and technology to inform decision-making for professionals in legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products empower professionals to make informed decisions while we champion justice, truth, and transparency. Join us in shaping industries that drive society forward while embracing the unique backgrounds and perspectives of all employees to achieve our business goals. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.