AI Scientist - Data & AI Office at Santander

Boadilla del Monte, Community of Madrid, Spain

Santander Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • PhD or MSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
  • Ideally, 3-5 years of experience working with vast datasets and developing models
  • Demonstrable impact of AI solutions deployed in production environments, or strong publication record in top-tier AI/ML conferences or journals
  • Strong programming skills in Python or similar languages, and deep knowledge of AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, or Hugging Face Transformers
  • Experience in end-to-end model development, including experimentation, deployment, adaptation, and monitoring
  • Solid understanding of model evaluation metrics, bias mitigation, explainability, and fairness in AI
  • English level fluent or high
  • Hands-on experience with Generative AI, including large language models or diffusion models in production. (Preferred)
  • Expertise in scalable AI infrastructure, cloud deployments, and MLOps. (Preferred)
  • Deep domain knowledge in financial services or other regulated industries. (Preferred)
  • Strong contributions to open-source projects or recognized leadership in the global AI community. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Research, design, and implement advanced AI algorithms (ML, DL, NLP, and beyond) to solve complex problems
  • Translate business challenges into scientific problem statements and build impactful ML/AI prototypes and models that deliver business impact
  • Work with large-scale structured and unstructured data to develop models that are accurate, fair, and sustainable
  • Collaborate with Data Engineers, MLOps Engineers, Product Owners, and Business Stakeholders to deploy solutions into production
  • Contribute to AI best practices, model governance, and responsible AI frameworks
  • Stay current with the latest AI research and integrate relevant tools and techniques
  • Communicate insights and results clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Foster collaboration with academia and the global AI community to bring cutting-edge research into Santander

Skills

Machine Learning
AI
Data Science
Model Development
Big Data
Risk Management

Santander

Provides banking, investment, and insurance services

About Santander

Santander Bank provides a variety of financial services to individuals, small businesses, and large corporations in the United States. Its offerings include savings and checking accounts, loans, credit cards, and investment products. The bank also has specialized services through Santander Investment Services and insurance products via Santander Securities LLC. Santander stands out from its competitors by focusing on community growth, committing $13.6 billion to support initiatives like the 'Cultivate Small Business' program, which aids early-stage entrepreneurs, especially from underrepresented groups. The bank generates revenue through interest on loans, service fees, and commissions, while promoting responsible banking practices and financial education. Santander's goal is to empower individuals and businesses, enhance community prosperity, and provide comprehensive financial solutions.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1902Year Founded
$75MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
401k
Flexible PTO
Parental & sick leave
Discounts: technology, travel, auto, fitness, & tuition

Risks

ISO 20022 transition may challenge smaller business partners.
'Quishing' attacks pose a growing threat to consumer security.
Openbank faces competition in the U.S. high-yield savings market.

Differentiation

Santander's Openbank offers a 5.00% APY high-yield savings account nationwide.
The bank's Inclusive Communities Plan pledges $13.6 billion for community initiatives.
Santander's ISO 20022 adoption enhances operational efficiency and data management.

Upsides

Openbank's high-yield savings account attracts more U.S. customers.
Santander's renewable energy financing highlights commitment to sustainable investments.
Proactive cybersecurity measures enhance customer trust and protect digital assets.

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