Senior Research Engineer – Agentic AI

Job Summary

Oracle is hiring a Senior Research Engineer – Agentic AI in Boise, Ada County, US. Join the Oracle Analytics AI & Applied Science team to drive next‑generation enterprise AI products with a competitive salary of $124,852 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and prototype advanced agentic and generative AI models that integrate with Oracle’s data‑management platforms.
• Conduct cutting‑edge research in machine learning, optimization, and reinforcement learning to solve real‑world enterprise analytics challenges.
• Collaborate with product managers, data engineers, and software architects to translate research breakthroughs into scalable, production‑ready services.
• Publish high‑impact papers, patents, and technical blog posts that showcase Oracle’s AI leadership.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of scientific rigor and rapid experimentation.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience developing agentic, generative, or reinforcement‑learning systems.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Java; experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar frameworks.
• Proven track record of publishing research in top conferences or journals.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with large‑scale data pipelines and cloud platforms (Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of natural language processing, computer vision, or multi‑modal AI.
• Familiarity with MLOps, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD for AI workloads.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $124,852 per year. Oracle offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, and generous paid time off.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant AI research projects through Oracle’s career portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of AI research will I work on at Oracle?

You will focus on agentic AI, generative AI, reinforcement learning, and optimization techniques that power enterprise analytics solutions.

Is a Ph.D. required for this position?

A Ph.D. in a relevant field is preferred, but equivalent industry experience with a strong research track record is also acceptable.

What are the core technical skills needed?

Proficiency in Python or C++, experience with TensorFlow/PyTorch, and a background in large‑scale machine‑learning system design.