Co-Op: AI Application Engineer

$104,000 - $124,800/Yr

Rakuten - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Intern

Seattle, WA

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

The position is part of Rakuten's Technology Services Division (TSD), focusing on AI and Data initiatives. It offers college students an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in real-world scenarios, particularly in developing predictive models and enhancing user experience through innovative AI and Data projects. The role emphasizes personal growth, collaboration, and the application of technical skills in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop predictive models on large-scale datasets to address various business problems using statistical modeling, machine learning, and analytics techniques.
• Develop and implement scalable, efficient, and interpretable modeling algorithms for production systems.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering groups to develop new products and features.
• Assist in testing and validating AI model performance and addressing any issues or bottlenecks in the software.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• Good understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, deep learning, or data analytics concepts.
• Proficient in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, and C.
• Familiar with one or more machine learning or statistical modeling tools.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving ability, and conceptual skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, collaboration skills, and is a team player.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in AI and Data projects.
• Opportunity to contribute to pioneering projects within Rakuten.
• Supportive team environment focused on personal and professional growth.