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Senior Research Scientist in Generative AI

2 months ago


San Francisco, California, United States Databricks Full time
Company Overview

At Databricks, we are dedicated to empowering data teams to tackle the most challenging issues globally, ranging from cybersecurity to advancements in medical research. Our mission is to create and maintain the premier data and AI platform, allowing our clients to concentrate on the critical challenges that define their objectives.

The Mosaic AI division facilitates organizations in crafting AI models and systems tailored to their unique data, utilizing technologies that span from foundational LLM training to enhanced generation through cutting-edge retrieval methods. Mosaic AI is committed to pioneering scientific advancements and operationalizing them effectively. We believe that a company's AI models are as crucial as any other intellectual property, and we strive to ensure that high-quality AI models are accessible to all.

Position Overview

As a Research Scientist within the Mosaic AI Team at Databricks, your role will involve staying abreast of the latest advancements in deep learning and pushing the boundaries of science by developing innovative techniques that surpass current standards. You will collaborate with a diverse team of researchers, each bringing unique backgrounds and technical expertise. Most importantly, you will prioritize our clients' success: our aim is to empower them in leveraging state-of-the-art LLMs and AI systems, integrating our scientific knowledge into our offerings to facilitate this.

Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Possess 2+ years of experience in an industrial research environment or equivalent academic background.
  • Have contributed original research in significant areas of contemporary AI, such as generative AI model training, enhancement of pre-trained models, and model evaluation.
  • Demonstrate specialized knowledge in areas like fine-tuning, RLHF, and LLM tool utilization.
  • Be adept at working with large-scale LLMs comprising tens to hundreds of billions of parameters.
  • Exhibit strong foundations in software engineering and empirical research methodologies.
  • Show enthusiasm for translating your work into practical applications for users and advancing the democratization of modern AI technology.
  • Possess excellent communication skills and a desire to thrive in a small, dynamic team environment.

A PhD is not a prerequisite for this position. We welcome candidates with bachelor's or master's degrees, including recent graduates. We are also open to individuals currently in research engineer roles at other organizations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Stay informed on the latest research literature and innovate beyond existing standards to meet user needs.
  • Develop and implement strategies that enhance training efficiency and expand or improve model capabilities, reliability, and safety.

Compensation Transparency

Databricks is committed to equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is provided below and reflects the base salary for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are influenced by various factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, experience, relevant certifications, and specific work location. Databricks utilizes the full range of compensation based on these factors. The total compensation package may also include eligibility for annual performance bonuses, equity, and additional benefits.

Local Pay Range: $192,000—$260,000 USD

About Databricks

Databricks is the leading data and AI company. Over 10,000 organizations globally, including prominent names such as Comcast, Condé Nast, and Grammarly, rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics, and AI. Founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and MLflow, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco with a global presence.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

At Databricks, we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We prioritize inclusive hiring practices that adhere to equal employment opportunity standards. All individuals seeking employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Compliance Statement

Should access to export-controlled technology or source code be necessary for job performance, it is at the Employer's discretion to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and the Employer may choose not to proceed with an applicant based solely on this requirement.