AI Researcher (Remote)

At Leadtech, we’ve been redefining digital businesses since 2009, creating innovative online solutions that reach millions of users every month. With a diverse team of over 700 members from 23+ nationalities, we’re united by a passion for creativity and collaboration. 

We specialize in delivering user-centric experiences across web and mobile platforms, where people can connect with our products like never before.

We’re proud of our global reach and committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual contributes to our shared vision of bringing cutting-edge projects to life. Learn more about our journey and mission on our About Us page!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Due to continuous growth, we are building an AI Lab to drive the development and deployment of AI solutions across multiple business verticals. As part of this initiative, we are looking for an AI Researcher to explore cutting-edge AI techniques, develop innovative models, and advance our AI capabilities.

The AI Researcher will collaborate closely with the Head of AI, Data Scientists, and Engineering teams to push the boundaries of machine learning and deep learning, ensuring that research insights translate into impactful business solutions. This role requires a strong foundation in AI research, proficiency in state-of-the-art ML techniques, and the ability to prototype and experiment with new approaches in an agile environment.

YOUR MISSION

As a AI AI Researcher at Leadtech, you will:

• Research, investigate, evaluate, and optimize the latest AI models, bridging the gap between Market Research, Product Ownership, and Business Intelligence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including the AI Market Research Team Lead, AI Data Scientist, AI Architect Engineer, AI DevOps Engineer, BI team, and Product Owners, to deploy AI models into production. This includes automating internal operations tools and developing B2C products.
• Contribute to the development of best practices for code reuse, model training, and fine-tuning, improving accuracy while managing costs effectively.
• Create, manage, and analyze large datasets, overseeing unstructured data acquisition, object detection, labeling, and data loader development. Extract patterns, trends, and insights to inform AI model development.
• Train machine learning models, fine-tune them for optimal performance, and ensure their scalability and efficiency. Assess their reliability and performance through rigorous testing and validation.
• Stay at the forefront of AI advancements, sharing insights, recommendations, and findings with your team. Contribute to AI research through publications, conferences, and presentations, while driving innovation in the field.

Requirements

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD

We’re looking for someone with a balance of hard and soft skills who can thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. Here’s what we’d love to see:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• A dedicated AI and ML researcher with a solid foundation in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. Proficient in Software Development and Engineering, with a proven ability to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions for real-world global products.
• Deep knowledge in Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP),Computer Vision,Deep Learning
• Strong knowledge on Python as a programming language.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Able to evaluate and interpret complex data and scenarios with logical reasoning.
• Attention to detail with consistently high-quality results in academic or professional work.
• Sound judgment and decision-making, grounded in real-world understanding.
• Genuine enthusiasm for AI, staying updated on the latest advancements and exploring the field in depth.
• Quick and humble learner with a curious mindset, able to adopt new tools and solve cross-disciplinary challenges creatively.
• Ambitious and hard-working, consistently willing to tackle demanding challenges to achieve goals.
• Balances speed and quality effectively, understanding the importance of efficiency in a competitive environment.
• Proven track record of excellence in academic or professional achievements, consistently exceeding expectations.

Benefits

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

Growth and career development

• At Leadtech, we prioritize your growth. Enjoy a flexible career path with personalized internal training and an annual budget for external learning opportunities.

Work-Life balance

• Benefit from a flexible schedule with flextime (7 - 9:30 a.m. start, 3:30 - 6 p.m. end) and the option of working full remote or from our Barcelona office. Enjoy free Friday afternoons with a 7-hour workday, plus a 35-hour workweek in July and August so you can savor summer!

Comprehensive benefits

• Competitive salary, full-time permanent contract, and top-tier private health insurance (including dental and psychological services).
• 25 days of vacation plus your birthday off, with flexible vacation options—no blackout days!

Unique Perks

• If you wish to come, in our office in Barcelona you’ll find it coplete with free coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, a game room, and a rooftop terrace with stunning Mediterranean views.
• Additional benefits include ticket restaurant and nursery vouchers, paid directly from your gross salary.

Join us in an environment where you’re free to innovate, learn, and grow alongside passionate professionals. At Leadtech, you’ll tackle exciting challenges and be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering exceptional user experiences

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Leadtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, which means we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds, interests, and personal circumstances. Our team welcomes applicants regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, and/or disabilities. All we need is your high energy, skills, and willingness to be a part of a great project!

Location

You'll have the flexibility to choose whether you'd like to come to the office every day, from time to time, or work fully remote. We want you to find the best combination for you.

If you prefer to be surrounded with amazing people, our exceptional office is in Barcelona’s Blue Building, located right on the city's seafront. Besides our stunning views, you’ll enjoy our office perks such as free fruit, snacks, and coffee and you’ll also be able to take part in our Mario Kart and table tennis competitions.

The personal data you provide will be processed in order to manage your candidacy for the corporate selection processes that fit your profile. If you wish, you can exercise your rights of access, rectification or cancellation by writing to our address (Avenida Litoral, 12-14, 5ta planta. Barcelona. 08005) or to the email address protecciondedatos@LeadTech.com, attaching to your request a document that can validate your identity.

Leadtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, which means we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds, interests, and personal circumstances. Our team welcomes applicants regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expressión and/or disabilities. All we need is your high energy, skills, and willingness to be a part of a great project!