Research Engineer, Knowledge Team
About this role
The Research Engineer, Knowledge Team position at Anthropic involves designing advanced information architectures and teaching language models to interact with external data sources. Based out of San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, or remote-friendly options, this role suits experienced machine learning and software professionals dedicated to safe and reliable artificial intelligence development.
Role Overview
Anthropic seeks a skilled Research Engineer to completely rethink how AI models like Claude engage with external data repositories. Traditional data storage paradigms are designed exclusively for human consumption, creating a mismatch for modern large language models. The selected candidate will formulate entirely new information organization strategies and fine-tune models to leverage these novel architectures effectively. Team members collaborate closely with world-class machine learning researchers in a dynamic environment focused on big science and empirical AI research.
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Salary and Benefits
The annual salary range for this position spans from $350,000 to $850,000 USD. Anthropic provides competitive compensation alongside optional equity donation matching, generous vacation allowances, parental leave, flexible working hours, and collaborative office spaces.
About the Company
Anthropic is a public benefit corporation dedicated to building reliable, interpretable, and steerable artificial intelligence systems that remain beneficial to society. Operating as a single cohesive unit on large-scale empirical science efforts, the organization values long-term safety and high-impact advancements over smaller isolated puzzles.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Anthropic careers page to submit an application and view confirmed position openings.
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Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for the Research Engineer role?
The annual salary range for this position is between $350,000 and $850,000 USD.
Where is the position located?
The role is remote-friendly with required travel, featuring office hubs in San Francisco, Seattle, and New York City. Staff are generally expected to be in an office at least 25% of the time.
What educational background is required?
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study, or possess an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience.
Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship?
Yes, visa sponsorship is available for this role, and the company retains an immigration lawyer to assist successful candidates.
How should I submit my application?
Candidates should visit the official Anthropic careers page to apply directly for the position.