Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), C++ Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Conferences, Docker, Experiment Design, Federal Laws and Regulations, JAX (Java API for XML), Machine Learning, Performance Analysis, Prototyping, Publications, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Scientific Research, Software Engineering, Startup, Systems Engineering, Team Player
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Machine Learning Research Scientist
Location: Hybrid - SOLU,Seattle, WA)
Compensation: $190-230k base comp, + start up equity
Our Seattle based client, a fast‑growing early‑stage team, is seeking a Machine Learning Research Scientist to drive high‑impact research at the core of a next‑generation AI inference platform. If you're passionate about advancing efficiency, generative models, and real‑world ML systems, this role offers rare depth and ownership. If you're excited to push the boundaries of efficient AI and shape the future of inference, we'd love to connect.
What You'll Do
Lead applied research initiatives in generative AI and model efficiency
Prototype and implement novel ML techniques for large‑scale inference
Design experiments, analyze results, and translate findings into production‑ready solutions
Collaborate with ML, systems, and software engineers to bring research to life
What You Bring
PhD in CS, CE, or related field
3+ years leading ML research with publications in top conferences/journals
Experience with LLMs, VLMs, or generative model architectures
Strong Python or C++ skills and deep experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX
Ability to work across research and engineering in a fast‑moving environment
Bonus Skills
Research in model efficiency, compression, or optimization
Experience with profiling, performance analysis, or cloud‑scale ML systems
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms
Prime Team Partners is an equal opportunity employer. Prime Team Partners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy status, gender, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal civil rights laws. For contract positions, hired candidates will be employed by Prime Team for the duration of the contract period and be eligible for our company benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision. Employees are covered at 75%. We offer a 401K after 6 months, we do not provide paid holidays or PTO, sick time is offered in accordance with local laws. This position is open until filled.