AI Scientist

Poetiq; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI research firm in Mountain View is seeking an experienced AI Scientist to propose and build core algorithms for a self-improving reasoning engine. You will work on data-efficient methods to enhance LLM reasoning and develop self-improvement loops for autonomous learning. Ideal candidates have a strong background in ML algorithm design and a proven publication record. This role is perfect for those passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI technology.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of LLM reasoning and its failure modes.
• Expert in ML algorithm design and optimization.
• Ability to design data-efficient reasoning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Propose and build core algorithms for a reasoning engine.
• Develop methods for LLMs to learn and reason efficiently.
• Design self-improvement loops for autonomous learning.

Skills

LLM reasoning understanding

ML algorithm design

Data-efficient methods

Self-improvement loops design

Publication record

Job description

As an AI Scientist, you will propose, explore and hands‑on build the core algorithms for our self‑improving reasoning engine. You will push the frontier on the data‑efficient methods that allow our system to learn how to reason – how to probe LLMs, extract their hidden knowledge, and synthesize fragments into reliable, complex answers.
You are a good fit if you:

• Have a deep, first‑principles understanding of LLM reasoning, failure modes, and understand their “quirks” through experience.

• Are an expert in ML algorithm design, search, or optimization, and know the limitations of common LLM‑training methods.

• Excel at designing novel, data‑efficient methods for discovering optimal, task‑specific reasoning strategies.

• Are passionate about designing the core self‑improvement loops that allow a system to learn from the problems it solves to get better at the next one, autonomously.

• Have a strong publication record and thrive bringing crazy ideas to fruition.