AI Researcher

Make a difference

Do you like helping people? Do you like to make people smile? Are you passionate about putting people in a better place? Then you may have what it takes to join our amazing team?

Where you fit in

You will be responsible for innovation, concept development and productizing to AI/deep learning applications with direct business impact. More specifically, your role will include:

• Contribute to deep learning and AI projects by implementingAI algorithms, appraise new technology, and deliver on milestones

• Lead and co-develop technical proposals, research activities including design sprints, literature reviews, field research, and prototype building.

• Use innovative research to influence relevant products and partner teams across Shell, and to have company and societal impact

• Contribute to the portfolio of projects in your team; engage with all internal and external stakeholders

• Connect with vendors, universities, and other external entities to bring in new ideas and solutions

• Ability to collaborate with multiple engineering, product, and non-technical teams in a cross-functional environment

• Building constructive and trusting relationships with mostly business stakeholders

• Dealing with challenges in data acquisition from other parts of the business

What we need from you

When it comes to developing one of Shell’s forward-looking innovation programs, your strategic thinking, and strategic partnership development capability will make all the difference. You should have the capability to develop working relationships where you will connect the internal and external innovators, take up their innovations, and help to shape it into a robust product that is ready to generate commercial value.

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis

• Master’s or PhD degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, theoretical science, statistics, or operational research with experience in large-scale parameterization AI and HPC computing

• Candidates for the position should have five (3) years’ work experience in applying latest AI methods to applied use cases using real data. This requires demonstration knowledge of:

  • Strong TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras experience

  • Knowledge of generative AI algorithms such as chatGPT

  • A mathematical background covering some subset of linear algebra, probability, multivariate calculus, geometry, and numerical methods will be invaluable

  • Hands-on code development (Python, Java, MATLAB, R,)

  • Experience using Git to manage models, and source code

  • Experience in Cloud stacks and architecture, such as Azure, AWS, etc. Comfort with some flavor of Unix shell environment (e.g., bash

• For this role we prefer a deep learning specialist with substantial experience working on images, timeseries, video material, optimization

• A problem-solving mindset and an enthusiasm for learning new skills

• Must have strong technical skills to develop advanced analytics algorithms/models.

• Awareness of lifecycle and data management is desirable

• Strong passion for experimentation and extensive experience in solving hard AI problems

• Experience in DL, DRL, aand generative AIapplications delivery in a corporate environment

• Proven examples of implementing experimental pipelines and prototyping AI applications

• Demonstrated people management and stakeholder engagement skills

• Solid professional software engineering skills

• You have a track record of value delivery

• Regularly following the scientific journals and regularly publishing in scientific journals

The base salary range for this position is $132,000- $198,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave to birthing mothers, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for disability leave for up to 52 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, while managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.

• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

Dislcaimer

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world.

The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorized Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.