Research Engineer / Research Scientist, Pre-training at Anthropic

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree (BA required, MS or PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong software engineering skills with a proven track record of building complex systems
  • Expertise in Python and deep learning frameworks
  • Experience working on high-performance, large-scale ML systems, particularly in the context of language modeling
  • Familiarity with ML Accelerators, Kubernetes, and large-scale data processing
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Significant software engineering experience
  • Ability to balance research goals with practical engineering constraints
  • Willingness to take on tasks outside job description to support the team
  • Enjoyment of pair programming and collaborative work
  • Eagerness to learn more about machine learning research
  • Enthusiasm for working at an organization pursuing large-scale AI research projects
  • Ambitious goals for AI safety and general progress

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research and implement solutions in areas such as model architecture, algorithms, data processing, and optimizer development
  • Independently lead small research projects while collaborating with team members on larger initiatives
  • Design, run, and analyze scientific experiments to advance our understanding of large language models
  • Optimize and scale our training infrastructure to improve efficiency and reliability
  • Develop and improve dev tooling to enhance team productivity
  • Contribute to the entire stack, from low-level optimizations to high-level model design

Skills

Machine Learning
Large Language Models
Model Architecture
Algorithms
Data Processing
Optimizer Development
Training Infrastructure
Scientific Experiments
Multimodal AI
Software Engineering
Dev Tooling
Low-level Optimizations

Anthropic

Develops reliable and interpretable AI systems

About Anthropic

Anthropic focuses on creating reliable and interpretable AI systems. Its main product, Claude, serves as an AI assistant that can manage tasks for clients across various industries. Claude utilizes advanced techniques in natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and code generation to perform its functions effectively. What sets Anthropic apart from its competitors is its emphasis on making AI systems that are not only powerful but also understandable and controllable by users. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and improve decision-making for its clients through the deployment and licensing of its AI technologies.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$11,482.1MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Company Equity

Risks

Ongoing lawsuit with Concord Music Group could lead to financial liabilities.
Technological lag behind competitors like OpenAI may impact market position.
Reliance on substantial funding rounds may indicate financial instability.

Differentiation

Anthropic focuses on AI safety, contrasting with competitors' commercial priorities.
Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant, is designed for tasks of any scale.
Partnerships with tech giants like Panasonic and Amazon enhance Anthropic's strategic positioning.

Upsides

Anthropic's $60 billion valuation reflects strong investor confidence and growth potential.
Collaborations like the Umi app with Panasonic tap into the growing wellness AI market.
Focus on AI safety aligns with increasing industry emphasis on ethical AI development.

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