Sr Lead AI Research Scientist, AI Foundations

Upwork

1 month ago

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A Sr Lead AI Research Scientist on Upwork’s AI Foundations team conducts advanced research to advance Upwork’s core AI capabilities and support its flagship AI models. The role focuses on producing publishable research, shaping AI strategy, and contributing to the company’s long-term AI roadmap through collaboration with cross-functional teams.

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PhD in Relevant Field

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Upwork is a global freelancing marketplace that connects businesses of all sizes with independent professionals across design, development, writing, marketing, customer support, and more. Clients can post projects or search curated talent, review proposals, and manage engagements with contracts, time-tracking, invoicing, and escrow-backed payments. The platform also provides collaboration tools and enterprise features (talent sourcing, compliance, consolidated billing) to scale contingent work. Companies use Upwork for access to a large talent pool and standardized workflows, while freelancers benefit from job matching, portfolios, and secure payment systems.