Research Engineer [AQ-17356]

Aquent, a leading talent solutions partner, is thrilled to connect you with an extraordinary opportunity at a pioneering technology company that is redefining the landscape of artificial intelligence. This organization is deeply committed to pushing the boundaries of AI, developing fundamental advances that will shape how we interact with and understand our world. Join a team operating at an unprecedented scale, where your contributions will directly influence the future of intelligent systems.

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the future of artificial intelligence? We are seeking a visionary engineer to join a world-class research team dedicated to fundamental AI advancements. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of innovation, tackling complex systems challenges to accelerate the journey towards human-level intelligence. This is your chance to apply groundbreaking ideas at an unparalleled scale, shaping the next generation of AI technologies and directly contributing to product development that touches millions.

This is a 12-month, hybrid contract; the shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Monday the 14th at 12 PM. What You’ll Do

• Conduct cutting-edge research to advance the science and technology of machine learning systems.
• Design innovative methods, tools, and infrastructure to push forward the state of the art in large language models.
• Collaborate effectively with researchers and cross-functional partners, clearly communicating research plans, progress, and results.
• Suggest, collect, and synthesize requirements to create an effective feature roadmap for future AI developments.
• Code deliverables in tandem with the engineering team, bringing research concepts to life.
• Publish significant research results and contribute to research that impacts product development.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: machine learning, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, data mining, or artificial intelligence.
• Demonstrated experience with developing machine learning models at scale, including programmatically querying Large Language Models (LLMs) and LLM post-training.
• Proficiency in Python programming and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch.
• Experience writing robust software and executing complex experiments involving large AI models and datasets.
• Proven ability to translate technical insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Direct experience in generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) research.
• PhD degree or a research-focused Master’s degree in Machine Learning (ML) areas.

Client Description

Our Client is the largest social media company in the world. They have substantial B2B and B2C advertising and media platforms, as well as a nonprofit initiative. With the mission of bringing people together, they now boast over 2 billion users, and are rapidly developing as they influence the world around us.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity \& is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups \& are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence. Other Requirements This is a 12-month, hybrid contract; the shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Monday the 14th at 12 PM.