Platform Research Engineer: Build core AI tech (NYC)

Basis Research Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit AI research organization in New York City is seeking a Research Engineer to develop core technology modules and advance research methods. The ideal candidate will bridge research excellence with engineering, possessing a PhD and experience in producing quality software. This full-time role requires collaboration on impactful projects and deep technical knowledge in areas like machine learning and probabilistic programming, with a focus on societal challenges.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality research with publications.
• Drive software projects from start to finish with production-standard code.
• Deep knowledge of probabilistic programming and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Advance research methods aligned with Basis mission.
• Build core technology modules for multiple projects.
• Translate research into production-ready code.

Skills

Research and Publication

Software Development

Python

Machine Learning

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

A non-profit AI research organization in New York City is seeking a Research Engineer to develop core technology modules and advance research methods. The ideal candidate will bridge research excellence with engineering, possessing a PhD and experience in producing quality software. This full-time role requires collaboration on impactful projects and deep technical knowledge in areas like machine learning and probabilistic programming, with a focus on societal challenges.