Staff Applied Scientist (AI)

TL;DR

Staff Applied Scientist (AI): Building and optimizing ML models for perishable inventory control and replenishment with an accent on stochastic optimization and demand forecasting. Focus on designing scalable software implementations for multi-echelon supply chain problems to reduce global food waste.

Location: Remote (Ontario, Canada). This position is not eligible for company sponsorship.

Salary: $169,000 - $252,000 CAD

Company

hirify.global is an AI platform for grocers designed to minimize food waste and maximize sales through high-volatility environment modeling.

What you will do

• Set the technical direction for core replenishment R&D, defining the modeling roadmap for forecasting and inventory optimization.
• Model complex variables such as inventory decay, price elasticity, and multi-echelon supply chain uncertainties.
• Implement scalable, rigorously tested code to move research into production.
• Lead research and development for new product and business challenges.
• Mentor scientists and engineers while setting high standards for experimental rigor and design review.

Requirements

• MS (8+ years industry experience) or PhD (4+ years industry experience) in Operations Research, Computer Science, or a similar quantitative field.
• Experience building large-scale decision-making systems under uncertainty.
• Ability to deliver high-quality software implementations using the Python data stack (NumPy, PyTorch, Pandas).
• Must be based in Ontario, Canada.
• English: C1+ proficiency required for explaining complex mathematical ideas to product teams.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in game theory, decision analysis, stochastic optimization, or approximate dynamic programming.
• Understanding of ML Platform architecture and a passion for mentorship.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
• Flexible workspace support including a home office stipend and Coworking Wallets.
• Annual professional development budget for continuous learning.
• Monthly stipends for wellness (Betterment) and telecommunications.
• Flexible paid time off and a focus on a healthy work-life balance.