Applied AI Research Scientist, Generative AI

Applied AI Research Scientist, Generative AI Responsibilities

• Perform research to tackle unsolved real‑world problems and push state of the art LLMs and assistants.
• Independently design and implement algorithms, train large language models (LLM) on large data, and evaluate their performance.
• Drive applied research that can be applied to Meta product development.

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta.
• PhD in the field of Artificial Intelligence, or related field.
• Research experience in one or more of these areas: NLP, speech, machine learning, deep learning, or related fields.
• Experience with development and implementation of LLM algorithm/systems and model training.
• Knowledge of deep learning and neural networks.
• Experience working with machine learning libraries like Pytorch.
• Familiar with scripting languages such as Python and shell scripts.
• Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

• Direct experience in generative AI and LLM research, and taking the solutions to production.
• First author publications experience at peer‑reviewed AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, and ACL).
• Experience solving complex problems and comparing alternative solutions, tradeoffs, and diverse points of view to determine a path forward.
• Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment.

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$117,000/year to $173,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual pay is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base salary, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.