Applied Scientist
Location: Hybird, San Francisco, CA

Job Description:

Location: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days per week in-office)
Company: DocuSign

At DocuSign, we’re transforming the way the world does business through Intelligent Agreement Management. With over 1.5 million customers and more than 1 billion people across 180 countries using our solutions, we’re on a mission to simplify the complexity of agreements. DocuSign unleashes the power of business-critical data trapped in documents, helping organizations accelerate their workflows, save time, and unlock new opportunities.

As an Applied Scientist, you’ll be an integral part of the AI/ML team, driving innovative solutions that power the next generation of intelligent document understanding. You'll apply cutting-edge techniques in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and deep learning to solve complex challenges, delivering real-world impact on the DocuSign Agreement Platform.


What You'll Do:

???? Build Advanced AI/ML Models:

  • Dive deep into NLP and document understanding to create intelligent features that improve the customer experience across the platform.
  • Use the latest deep learning methods to tackle complex challenges in semantic retrieval, text understanding, contextual extraction, and more.
  • Apply state-of-the-art architectures to build DocuSign’s proprietary IP, driving automation and personalization in our product suite.

???? Research & Innovate:

  • Experiment with the latest deep learning technologies, conducting research to continuously evolve our models and algorithms.
  • Innovate in the space of text extraction, including work with OCR and direct extractions from formats like PDF, docx, and images.

???? Collaborate Across Teams:

  • Partner with engineering teams to deploy and scale machine learning models into production.
  • Work with Product Management to ensure machine learning solutions align with customer needs and translate product requirements into scalable, effective AI solutions.

???? Optimize & Improve:

  • Monitor and refine model performance, analyzing feedback to optimize results and adapt to user feedback.
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of AI features by defining metrics and monitoring effectiveness in production.

What We’re Looking For:

???? Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in machine learning, deep learning, or a related field (or 3+ years with a Master’s degree, or a PhD).
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or equivalent deep learning frameworks.
  • Strong experience in building, training, and monitoring machine learning models for large-scale applications.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related computational field.

???? Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with document understanding models, especially in OCR, text extraction, and working with unstructured data (e.g., PDF, docx).
  • Familiarity with NLP techniques including Large Language Models (LLMs) and semantic text representations.
  • A passion for staying ahead of AI industry trends and a commitment to continuous learning.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of data cleaning, processing, and model evaluation.

What We Offer:

???? Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base salary range based on location and experience:
    • California: $151,800 - $245,150
    • Washington, New Jersey, and New York (NYC metro area): $145,800 - $214,350
  • Bonus Plan & Stock Options: Eligible for company bonuses and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

???? Comprehensive Health & Retirement Benefits:

  • 100% employer-paid health plans starting on day one of employment.
  • Select retirement programs with employer contributions.

????? Learning & Development:

  • Access to coaching, online courses, and education reimbursements to continue growing your career.

???? Global Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and Compassionate Care Leave for important life events.

Why DocuSign?

At DocuSign, we believe in the power of trust, collaboration, and innovation. We are committed to creating a culture where every team member has an equal opportunity to succeed. Your work at DocuSign will not only shape the future of agreements but will also help us make the world more agreeable for our employees, customers, and communities.


Join Us!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of AI and document understanding? Apply now and bring your creativity and expertise to DocuSign, where you’ll help us reinvent how the world does business—one agreement at a time.


Key Skills:

  • Applied Scientist