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Forward Deployed Research Scientist

Goodfire
Location
San Francisco, CA
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Research and Development
Salary
$220,000 - $315,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • MS/PhD or equivalent experience in CS
  • Strong ML background and experience in interpretability
  • Deep familiarity with large models
  • Fluency in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Drive to move quickly and take ownership
Nice to have
  • Experience leading research in a forward deployed environment
  • Experience in startup or fast-paced lab environments
What the job really is

As a Forward Deployed Research Scientist at Goodfire, you will work closely with customers to apply the company's interpretability platform, conducting original research and prototyping techniques to visualize and manipulate AI model structures. Your role will involve delivering high-stakes projects, collaborating with engineers to create production-ready tools, and helping to define the research direction of the team.

Benefits
  • Market competitive salary
  • Equity
  • Competitive benefits
Things to weigh
  • In-person work required 5 days a week with only one remote week per month
  • High pace and intensity of the organization may not suit everyone
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