Staff AI Researcher- Generative AI
AledadeFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should possess strong execution skills with technical proficiency in software engineering or data science, preferably with Python and/or Go. Applied AI experience, including understanding generative AI models and techniques like prompt chaining, RAG, tool-calling, and fine-tuning, is essential. Experience in testing and quality assurance with a data-driven approach, along with data analysis skills to optimize user experience, is required. Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork are necessary, as is a growth mindset and awareness of ethical AI considerations and bias mitigation strategies. A solid understanding of education technology, curriculum development, and learning science is also needed.
The AI Engineer will integrate AI into Khan Academy product features, collaborating with Product Management, Design, Engineering, and Content teams to develop tools and processes for AI implementation consistency and quality. Responsibilities include building AI-driven features for educational use cases, developing test datasets and evaluation criteria for AI outputs, and measuring, maintaining, and improving AI output quality through experimentation with prompting, scaffolding, and implementation architectures.
Provides free online educational resources
Khan Academy offers free online educational resources and courses for students of all ages. The platform provides instructional videos, practice exercises, and a personalized learning dashboard that allows users to learn at their own pace. Students can access a wide range of subjects, including math, science, history, and more, making it a comprehensive learning tool. Unlike many other educational platforms, Khan Academy focuses on providing all its resources for free, ensuring that anyone with internet access can benefit from high-quality education. The goal of Khan Academy is to democratize education and make learning accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location.