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Software Engineer, Applied AI Research

Hightouch
Location
Remote (North America)
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$180,000 - $400,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Strong probabilistic and quantitative thinking
  • Ability to be highly creative and experimental with LLM applications
  • Strong technical skills in backend architecture or probabilistic systems
  • Product intuition for understanding and executing projects
What the job really is

The Software Engineer, Applied AI Research role at Hightouch involves developing and experimenting with innovative AI applications specifically for marketing, focusing on image and video. The position emphasizes prototyping and creating proofs of concept to enhance AI integration in marketing workflows, while also designing systems for autonomous improvements. Candidates will work on projects that push the boundaries of AI-generated content, requiring both technical skills and product intuition.

Benefits
  • Salary range of $180,000 - $400,000 USD per year
  • Location independent in accordance with remote-first policy
Things to weigh
  • No prior experience with LLMs and AI required, but strong technical skills are essential
  • Focus on impact and potential for growth rather than years of experience
  • Interview process does not include programming interviews, which may be a departure from traditional technical assessments
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