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AI Research Engineer

Prolific
Location
Remote, UK
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Data & AI
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of engineering experience with significant AI/ML focus
  • Demonstrated research experience through publications, open-source contributions, or impactful projects
  • Strong engineering fundamentals and experience implementing AI systems in production environments
  • Deep knowledge of LLM evaluation methodologies, alignment techniques, and model optimization approaches
  • Experience with model fine-tuning, adapters, quantization, and distillation frameworks
  • Self-motivation and ability to define and pursue research directions independently
What the job really is

As an AI Research Engineer at Prolific, you will lead independent research projects focused on AI evaluation methodologies, alignment techniques, and synthetic data generation. Your role involves designing innovative evaluation frameworks, conducting rigorous experiments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate research insights into practical applications. Additionally, you will contribute to the academic community through publications and mentoring team members on advanced AI concepts.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Remote working
  • Impactful, mission-driven culture
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed
  • Focus on research and academic contributions may not appeal to all candidates
  • Role requires significant independence and self-motivation
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