Research Engineer/Research Scientist, Pre-training
About this role
The Research Engineer or Research Scientist role for Pre-training at Anthropic involves building the next generation of large language models while focusing on reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. This position is remote-friendly with required travel, and operates out of locations including San Francisco, Seattle, and New York City, making it ideal for skilled machine learning professionals who want to advance safe artificial intelligence.
Role Overview
Anthropic seeks a dedicated professional to join the Pre-training team to help develop advanced large language models. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical engineering to ensure that transformative artificial intelligence systems align with human interests. Team members work collaboratively as a single cohesive unit, treating AI research as an empirical science akin to physics or biology.
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About the Company
Anthropic is an AI safety and research company working to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable artificial intelligence systems. Operating as a public benefit corporation, the organization focuses on large-scale research efforts that prioritize societal impact and ethical AI development. Anthropic fosters an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Anthropic careers page to submit an application for this position.
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What locations are available for this role?
This role is remote-friendly with required travel, with office presence expected in San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, or New York City, NY.
What is the salary range for the Research Engineer position?
The annual compensation range is between $350,000 and $850,000 USD.
What technical skills are required?
Candidates must have strong software engineering skills, expertise in Python, and experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch.
Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship?
Yes, Anthropic sponsors visas for eligible roles and candidates, making reasonable efforts to secure visas with the help of an immigration lawyer.
What education is required for the job?
An advanced degree such as an MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field is expected, though an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is also considered.