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Summary
We are searching for an experienced Sr AI/ML Applied Scientist to join our newly formed ABAP Foundation Model team in New Port Beach. This dynamic team is at the forefront of SAP’s cloud transformation efforts, leveraging large language models to accelerate our customers’ data and code transformation. The team collaborates closely with established teams in Europe and India, various SAP stakeholders, UC Irvine, and early adopter customers. You will play a key role in shaping our research collaboration with UC Irvine and coordinating with data science leads of ABAP Foundation Model teams globally.
What You’ll Do
- Model Development: Oversee the development, fine-tuning, and integration of foundation models into SAP solutions to streamline cloud transformation journeys.
- Collaboration: Engage with stakeholders in different teams at SAP as well as early adopter customers and research collaborations.
- Leadership: Mentor and lead junior and senior data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
What You Bring
- Educational Background: PhD or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in data science, with a proven record of leading projects to success.
- Technical Proficiency: Expertise in deep learning, large language models, and significant experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch and Tensorflow.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams and drive strategic initiatives.
Meet Your Team
The ABAP Foundation Model team is pioneering AI innovations within the SAP ABAP ecosystem. It is an integral part of the Generative AI foundation within Business AI at SAP. We focus on creating and refining our own Foundation Models using SAP Business Data, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AI in business applications. By joining our team, you’ll be an integral part of shaping the future of AI at SAP and driving significant advancements in the field.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
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For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
Compensation Range Transparency: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 129800 -253800(USD) USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.
Requisition ID: 424583 | Work Area:Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations:
