Director, Research - Evaluation & Training
About this role
Snorkel AI seeks a Director of Research for Evaluation and Training to lead a team focused on data evaluation, error analysis, and valuation methods. This remote or hybrid role based out of New York City or San Francisco suits an experienced technical leader with a strong background in applied artificial intelligence and machine learning research.
Role Overview
As the Director of Research for Evaluation and Training, the individual steps into a managerial position to oversee a team dedicated to showcasing the value of data for model training and evaluation. The selected candidate will direct efforts to analyze model failures, identify capability gaps, and suggest strategic benchmark investments. This position connects research findings directly with product development, go-to-market strategies, and client needs.
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About the Company
Founded out of the Stanford AI Lab in 2019, Snorkel AI operates as a frontier artificial intelligence data lab. The organization helps enterprises and leading artificial intelligence laboratories build environments and data for high-performing agentic and frontier AI systems through research-driven data development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official company careers page.
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What is the salary range for the Director, Research - Evaluation & Training role?
The salary range for this position is $275,000 to $425,000 USD, with actual compensation determined by geographic location, skills, qualifications, and experience.
Where is this job located?
This position offers hybrid options in New York City, NY or San Francisco, CA, as well as remote availability across the United States.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must have 7+ years of experience in applied AI, ML, or research roles, including at least 4+ years of experience managing technical teams, along with expertise in LLM evaluation and benchmarking.
What are the primary responsibilities of the research director?
The director owns a multi-quarter roadmap for evaluation and data valuation, leads a team of researchers, shapes company data strategy through failure analysis, and acts as a bridge between research and product teams.
How do I apply for this position?
Applicants can apply directly through the official company careers page of Snorkel AI.