NewPrincipal Applied Researcher MicrosoftPrincipal Applied ResearcherMountain View, CA$142,800–$274,800 / yearDoctorate in relevant field AND 3+ years related research experience OR Masters Degree in relevant field AND 6+ years related research experience OR Bachelors Degree in relevant field AND 8+ years related research experience OR equivalent experience. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $188,000 - $304,200 per year.
Firmware Security Researcher, SEAR Apple IncFirmware Security Researcher, SEARCupertino, CAThe role of a Firmware Security Researcher is as diverse as it is essential, you will lead research and analysis in identifying vulnerabilities and trends across our platforms, invent new defensive technologies to eliminate entire classes of issues, and drive the delivery of security mitigations in collaboration with our partner engineering teams. Embedded within Apple's Security Engineering & Architecture organization, our team's mission is to ensures secure runtime environments for our firmware, constrained, and isolated compute environments, so that we can protect sensitive user assets and prevent advanced attacks against our customers.
Offensive Hardware Security Researcher NVIDIA CorpOffensive Hardware Security ResearcherSanta Clara, CAMore recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI - the next era of computing - with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Track record of advancing offensive security research field through vulnerability discoveries, research publications, and/or developing security tools.
Offensive Security Researcher, SEAR Apple IncOffensive Security Researcher, SEARCupertino, CAAs AI systems become deeply integrated into operating systems, developer tools, and user experiences, they introduce entirely new attack surfaces vulnerable to prompt injection, agentic privilege escalation, data exfiltration, and AI-assisted exploitation at unprecedented scale. You will conduct offensive research into AI-specific attack classes, including prompt injection, agentic data exfiltration and lateral movement, persistence mechanisms in AI workflows, AI-assisted vulnerability discovery and exploitation.
Principal Security Researcher (DNS Security) Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security Researcher (DNS Security)Santa Clara, CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearHave great passion and be highly self-motivated in data-driven security research; Expertise in DNS and IPv4/IPv6; Good knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms, such as k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Trees, Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, and Boosting; Familiar with large-language models (LLMs) and experience to leverage them to address cybersecurity threats; Excellent programming skills in Python, Shell script, Go, or SQL; Understanding of core network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, etc.); Knowledge and experience with modern databases and big data tools, such as MySQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Redis, BigQuery; Be comfortable working independently, efficiently; Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills; Experience with malware traffic analysis is a plus; Experience with graph database (e.g. Design and build scalable and extensible prevention/detection systems; Leverage data-driven approaches, such as statistical analysis, machine learning, and other advanced techniques; Convert research results and discoveries into products, research papers, etc.
Sr. Staff Security Researcher Palo Alto Networks IncSr. Staff Security ResearcherSanta Clara, CA$139,600–$225,775 / yearYou will build and optimize automation systems to process real-time data, collaborate with experienced researchers to analyze emerging threats, and contribute directly to the detection and prevention of malware and other digital threats. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below.
Principal Security Researcher (Xpanse) Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security Researcher (Xpanse)CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearYou'll be instrumental in groundbreaking research into vulnerabilities and exposures, engineering cutting-edge exploits and robust vulnerability tests, and building and maintaining the essential, high-impact tooling that powers our team. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below.
Principal Security Researcher, OT/Healthcare Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security Researcher, OT/HealthcareCA$162,700–$263,175 / yearFor candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. A proven track record of vulnerability research and developing PoCs or PoVs that demonstrate exploitability and real-world impact.
Sr Principal Security Researcher (AI-Assisted Vulnerability Research) Palo Alto Networks IncSr Principal Security Researcher (AI-Assisted Vulnerability Research)Santa Clara, CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearThe ideal candidate can independently identify high-impact security problems, build reliable harnesses and evaluation pipelines, analyze large-scale vulnerability data, and drive projects toward concrete outcomes such as improved harness capabilities, validated findings, technical reports, benchmarks, responsible disclosures, open-source tools, CVEs where appropriate, or production-impacting security workflows. Evidence of original security research or high-signal technical output, such as CVEs, responsible disclosures, bug bounty findings, security conference papers, technical writeups, GitHub projects, fuzzers, harnesses, exploit analyses, AI/security benchmarks, open-source security tools, or comparable research artifacts.
Principal Security Researcher (AI-Assisted Vulnerability Research) Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security Researcher (AI-Assisted Vulnerability Research)Santa Clara, CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearThe ideal candidate can independently identify high-impact security problems, build reliable harnesses and evaluation pipelines, analyze large-scale vulnerability data, and drive projects toward concrete outcomes such as improved harness capabilities, validated findings, technical reports, benchmarks, responsible disclosures, open-source tools, CVEs where appropriate, or production-impacting security workflows. Evidence of original security research or high-signal technical output, such as CVEs, responsible disclosures, bug bounty findings, security conference papers, technical writeups, GitHub projects, fuzzers, harnesses, exploit analyses, AI/security benchmarks, open-source security tools, or comparable research artifacts.
Sr Staff Security Researcher (AI-Assisted Vulnerability Research) Palo Alto Networks IncSr Staff Security Researcher (AI-Assisted Vulnerability Research)Santa Clara, CA$139,600–$225,775 / yearThe ideal candidate can independently identify high-impact security problems, build reliable harnesses and evaluation pipelines, analyze large-scale vulnerability data, and drive projects toward concrete outcomes such as improved harness capabilities, validated findings, technical reports, benchmarks, responsible disclosures, open-source tools, CVEs where appropriate, or production-impacting security workflows. Evidence of original security research or high-signal technical output, such as CVEs, responsible disclosures, bug bounty findings, security conference papers, technical writeups, GitHub projects, fuzzers, harnesses, exploit analyses, AI/security benchmarks, open-source security tools, or comparable research artifacts.
Senior Security Researcher Palo Alto Networks IncSenior Security ResearcherSanta Clara, CA$139,600–$225,775 / yearYour work will involve deep-dive analysis in areas like Web Security, OS & Kernel Security, Software Supply Chain Security, OT/IoT security, participation in bug bounties, and contributing to the global security community through CVEs and research. Leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) and advanced ML techniques to automate and scale bug hunting across diverse domains, including Web, OS & Kernel, Software Supply Chain, OT/IoT, and Browser Security.
Senior Security Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratorySenior Security ResearcherLivermore, CA$175,530–$267,060 / yearYou will lead and support a range of highly complex projects at the intersection of cybersecurity, operational technology, machine learning, and AI, developing and deploying innovative methods to emulate adversarial behaviors to help develop tools used to defend critical U.S. infrastructure and networks. Advanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information to multi-disciplinary teams and non-cyber experts and advise senior management and/or external sponsors and proficient interpersonal skills.
Sr Staff Security Researcher (Decoder) Palo Alto Networks IncSr Staff Security Researcher (Decoder)Santa Clara, CA$139,600–$225,775 / yearThe Decoder team is responsible for decoding network protocols and inspecting application traffic on enterprise customers' networks, providing common service to support a variety of network security services. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below.
Principal Security Researcher (Decoder) Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security Researcher (Decoder)Santa Clara, CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearThe Decoder team is responsible for decoding network protocols and inspecting application traffic on enterprise customers' networks, providing common service to support a variety of network security services. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below.
NewPrincipal Researcher – Technology & Security-Adjacent Systems Straits Meridian Capital OfficePrincipal Researcher – Technology & Security-Adjacent SystemsSan Jose, CARemotePart timeYou will research emerging technologies — cybersecurity, AI platforms, sensing and automation, semiconductor ecosystems — and the policy and security environments that shape their development and adoption across East Asia, Southeast Asia, North America, and Europe. Institutional affinity: We are especially interested in candidates whose work has been shaped by settings such as RAND Corporation, CSIS, Atlantic Council, MITRE, DARPA, NIST, or equivalent technology policy or research institutions.
Principal Security Researcher Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security ResearcherSan Jose, CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearDeep understanding of common vulnerability classes and exploit techniques, including memory corruption, injection, authentication bypass, path traversal, SSRF, RCE, XSS, SQL injection, CSRF, MITM, and DoS. You will propose and drive innovative technical ideas from concept to production, own multiple projects or a broader technical area with measurable impact, and provide technical leadership to other researchers or developers.
Principal Security Researcher - Advanced Threat Prevention Palo Alto Networks IncPrincipal Security Researcher - Advanced Threat PreventionSanta Clara, CA$162,700–$263,175 / yearDeep understanding of common vulnerability classes and exploit techniques, including memory corruption, injection, authentication bypass, path traversal, SSRF, RCE, XSS, SQL injection, CSRF, MITM, and DoS. You will propose and drive innovative technical ideas from concept to production, own multiple projects or a broader technical area with measurable impact, and provide technical leadership to other researchers or developers.
Senior Product Quantitative Researcher, Cloud Security Google LLCSenior Product Quantitative Researcher, Cloud SecuritySunnyvale, CAThe Cloud Security Product Analytics team works within the Strategy and Operations group to equip Google Security business leaders with the data and insights they need to confidently make decisions that improve our business and products. We value diverse educational experiences-from Computer Science to Psychology-and require a blend of behavioral research design, statistical proficiency, and programming skills to uncover actionable insights.
NewDesign Physics - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryDesign Physics - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAOur mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.
Sr. Threat Researcher Illumio IncSr. Threat ResearcherSunnyvale, CAOur Teams Vision: At Illumio, were pioneering cybersecurity innovation with our Illumio Insights platform, which leverages a dynamic security graph built from network flows, workload inventories, identity data, threat data, and vulnerability data. Youll analyze large-scale security datasets, map real-world adversary activity, identify gaps, and collaborate closely with product teams to translate insights into enhanced detection, data enrichment, and strategic direction.
Senior Cybersecurity Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratorySenior Cybersecurity ResearcherLivermore, CA$175,530–$267,060 / yearExpert level experience in one or more of the following areas: mixed-integer programming, branch-bound-and-cut algorithms, branch-and-price algorithms, strong (polynomial- or exponential-sized) formulations and separation, parallel/distributed mathematical optimization techniques, electric energy systems operations and planning, optimization techniques or other relevant areas of mathematical optimization or electric systems. Advanced experience in one or more of the following areas: mixed-integer programming, branch-bound-and-cut algorithms, branch-and-price algorithms, strong (polynomial- or exponential-sized) formulations and separation, parallel/distributed mathematical optimization techniques, electric energy systems operations and planning, or related relevant areas.
Laser Postdoctoral Researcher - Advanced Photon Technologies Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryLaser Postdoctoral Researcher - Advanced Photon TechnologiesLivermore, CAWe have multiple openings for Laser Postdoctoral Researcher in Advanced Photon Technologies (APT) to participate in the research and development of advanced solid-state laser technology, ultra-fast solid-state lasers, high peak power lasers, high average power lasers, and high energy / high intensity short pulse lasers. APT specializes in developing high repetition rate long- and short-pulsed laser systems, like the High-repetition-rate Advanced Petawatt Laser System, and high repetition rate high energy nanosecond pulsed diode-pumped solid-state lasers for EUV generation and Inertial Fusion Energy, as well as associated innovative component demonstrations.
Operations Research Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryOperations Research Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CA$122,028–$143,328 / yearDevelop and extend mathematical programming (e.g., mixed-integer programming, nonlinear programming, and mixed-integer nonlinear programming) formulations of core critical infrastructure operations and planning optimization models. You will be an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team of researchers, with skill sets ranging from computer and climate science to power and industrial engineering; projects are typically collaborative with partner academic institutions and other national labs.
Machine Learning - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryMachine Learning - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAExperience developing, implementing and applying advanced statistical or machine learning models and algorithms using modern software libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar as evidence through medium to large scale deep learning models and experiments. Demonstrated ability and desire to obtain substantial domain knowledge in fields of application to enable effective communication with subject matter experts, and to identify novel, impactful applications of machine learning.
Nondestructive Evaluation Electromagnetics - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryNondestructive Evaluation Electromagnetics - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CA$122,028–$143,328 / yearDemonstrated ability to work in experimental design, techniques, and execution in one or more of the following areas: signal processing, machine learning, modeling, or data analysis, including reconstruction for computed tomography. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow.
Quantum Device and Circuit Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryQuantum Device and Circuit Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAOur mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to participate in research developing quantum devices utilizing superconducting and quantum materials for applications in quantum computing and quantum sensing.
Computational Materials Scientist - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryComputational Materials Scientist - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAIncorporate new Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) microstructure evolution models and resulting property predictions (ranging from analytical to machine learning surrogate models) in LLNL's Materials Acceleration Platform that is deployed on LLNL's High Performance Computing infrastructure. You will be a creative force in the integration and application of thermodynamic and kinetic models into an alloy design framework (including material properties models) that uses numerical optimization methods to rapidly screen for promising compositions over vast multi-component phase spaces.
Design Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryDesign Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CA$122,028–$143,328 / yearExperience simulating and designing systems that involve complex nonlinear, transient, multiphysics models; proficient in nonlinear solvers, and linear algebra concepts for solving challenging linear systems. Develop and implement high-performance computing (HPC) algorithms for the simulation and design optimization of systems governed by nonlinear, transient, multiscale and multiple physical phenomena, including uncertainties in geometry and material properties.
Space Hardware - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratorySpace Hardware - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CA$122,028–$143,328 / yearYou will contribute to cutting edge research focused on developing the next generation of large aperture space telescopes and optical payloads, with an emphasis on precision mechanisms, optomechanical design, and integration of optical systems into spacecraft. Perform optomechanical design of telescope subsystems, including mirrors, lenses, mounts, alignment features, and supporting structures, with attention to thermos-mechanical stability, vibration, and launch survivability.
Atmospheric Sciences - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryAtmospheric Sciences - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAWe have an opening for an Atmospheric Science-Postdoctoral Researcher to work in the areas of clouds and precipitation with the goal of improving performance of global storm resolving models through evaluation and diagnosis using Department of Energy Atmospheric Radiation Measurement program observations. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow.
Autonomous Laboratories, Robotics & Artificial Intelligence - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryAutonomous Laboratories, Robotics & Artificial Intelligence - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CA$122,028–$143,328 / yearWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of autonomous laboratories that accelerate scientific discovery through the integration of artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, data infrastructure, and experimental capabilities across advanced manufacturing, materials science, chemistry, and biology. Contribute to multidisciplinary research campaigns by troubleshooting platform performance, documenting and communicating results, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at conferences, and collaborating with scientists, engineers, roboticists, automation engineers, and AI/ML researchers.
Dislocation Analysis Computational Materials Science - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryDislocation Analysis Computational Materials Science - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAThis role includes performing simulations of dislocation networks under various conditions, developing models of X-ray scattering associated with these microstructures, and developing new methods to quantitatively interpret experimental data. You will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team responsible for conducting and supporting research to model and simulate interactions between high-energy X-rays and crystalline defects in advanced metallic alloy materials.
Uncertainty Quantification for Surrogate Models Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryUncertainty Quantification for Surrogate Models Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAAn employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Our mission spans four critical national security areas: nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense, empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow.
Mesoscale Modeling - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryMesoscale Modeling - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAYou will be part of an interdisciplinary team of computational and experimental materials scientists utilizing world class computational and experimental research facilities to study the surfaces, interfaces, and microstructures of materials for structural and/or energy applications. This role will actively participate in the research and development of mesoscale computational models and codes for investigating mechanisms and simulating coupled interfacial processes in materials, including metals and metal oxides.
Applied AI ML Researcher Director JPMorgan Chase & CoApplied AI ML Researcher DirectorCAJPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. As an Applied AI ML Researcher Director in the Applied AI Research team, you will be a builder, a scientific pioneer and mentor who bridges the gap between leading edge theory and enterprise-grade, large-scale, deployable systems.
Applied AI ML Researcher Lead JPMorgan Chase & CoApplied AI ML Researcher LeadPalo Alto, CAAs an Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Lead at JPMorganChase within the Applied AI Research team in Commercial and Investment Banking, you will help build autonomous agent systems that can reason, plan, act, and learn to solve high-impact business problems. JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P.
Applied Researcher II Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher IICA$262,500–$299,600 / yeartechnical reports of pre-trained LLMs, SSL techniques, model pre-training optimization) Member of team that has trained a large language model from scratch (10B + parameters, 500B+ tokens) Publications in deep learning theory Publications at ACL, NAACL and EMNLP, Neurips, ICML or ICLR Behavioral Models: PhD focus on topics in geometric deep learning (Graph Neural Networks, Sequential Models, Multivariate Time Series) Multiple papers on topics relevant to training models on graph and sequential data structures at KDD, ICML, NeurIPs, ICLR Worked on scaling graph models to greater than 50m nodes Experience with large scale deep learning based recommender systems Experience with production real-time and streaming environments Contributions to common open source frameworks (pytorch-geometric, DGL) Proposed new methods for inference or representation learning on graphs or sequences Worked datasets with 100m+ users. Optimization (Training & Inference): PhD focused on topics related to optimizing training of very large deep learning models Multiple years of experience and/or publications on one of the following topics: Model Sparsification, Quantization, Training Parallelism/Partitioning Design, Gradient Checkpointing, Model Compression Experience optimizing training for a 10B+ model Deep knowledge of deep learning algorithmic and/or optimizer design Experience with compiler design.
Lead Design Researcher Cisco Systems IncLead Design ResearcherSan Jose, CA$168,800–$241,200 / yearOur design practice is a vibrant mosaic, made up of the curious and the brave - product designers, researchers, content designers, operations specialists, and design engineers - who thrive on collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Experience applying a variety of research methodologies such as user interviews, usability testing, surveys, benchmarking, concept evaluations, journey mapping or data analysis to inform product and design decisions.
Sr. Threat Researcher IllumioSr. Threat ResearcherSunnyvale, CaliforniaYou’ll analyze large-scale security datasets, map real-world adversary activity, identify gaps, and collaborate closely with product teams to translate insights into enhanced detection, data enrichment, and strategic direction. At Illumio, we’re pioneering cybersecurity innovation with our Illumio Insights platform, which leverages a dynamic security graph built from network flows, workload inventories, identity data, threat data, and vulnerability data.
Applied Researcher I (AI Foundations) Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher I (AI Foundations)CA$218,700–$249,600 / yeartechnical reports of pre-trained LLMs, SSL techniques, model pre-training optimization) Member of team that has trained a large language model from scratch (10B + parameters, 500B+ tokens) Publications in deep learning theory Publications at ACL, NAACL and EMNLP, Neurips, ICML or ICLR Optimization (Training & Inference) PhD focused on topics related to optimizing training of very large deep learning models Multiple years of experience and/or publications on one of the following topics: Model Sparsification, Quantization, Training Parallelism/Partitioning Design, Gradient Checkpointing, Model Compression Experience optimizing training for a 10B+ model Deep knowledge of deep learning algorithmic and/or optimizer design Experience with compiler design. Basic Qualifications: Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields, with an exception that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields plus 2 years of experience in Applied Research.
Applied Researcher I Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher ICA$218,700–$249,600 / yearIn this role, you will: • Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers and product managers to deliver AI-powered products that change how customers interact with their money. Experience building large deep learning models, whether on language, images, events, or graphs, as well as expertise in one or more of the following: training optimization, self-supervised learning, robustness, explainability, RLHF.
Applied Researcher II (AI Foundations) Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher II (AI Foundations)CA$262,500–$299,600 / yearBasic Qualifications: Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields, with an exception that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date plus 2 years of experience in Applied Research or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields plus 4 years of experience in Applied Research. Cambridge, MA: $262,500 - $299,600 for Applied Researcher II McLean, VA: $262,500 - $299,600 for Applied Researcher II New York, NY: $286,400 - $326,800 for Applied Researcher II San Jose, CA: $286,400 - $326,800 for Applied Researcher II.
Applied Researcher I (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI) Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher I (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI)CA$218,700–$249,600 / yeartechnical reports of pre-trained LLMs, SSL techniques, model pre-training optimization) Member of team that has trained a large language model from scratch (10B + parameters, 500B+ tokens) Publications in deep learning theory Publications at ACL, NAACL and EMNLP, Neurips, ICML or ICLR Optimization (Training & Inference) PhD focused on topics related to optimizing training of very large deep learning models Multiple years of experience and/or publications on one of the following topics: Model Sparsification, Quantization, Training Parallelism/Partitioning Design, Gradient Checkpointing, Model Compression Experience optimizing training for a 10B+ model Deep knowledge of deep learning algorithmic and/or optimizer design Experience with compiler design. Basic Qualifications: Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields, with an exception that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields plus 2 years of experience in Applied Research.
Distinguished Applied Researcher Capital One Financial CorpDistinguished Applied ResearcherCA$278,400–$317,700 / yearPreferred Qualifications: • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related fields • LLM PhD focus on NLP or Masters with 10 years of industrial NLP research experience • Core contributor to team that has trained a large language model from scratch (10B + parameters, 500B+ tokens) or through continued pre-training, post training pipeline for alignment and reasoning, LLM optimizations, complex reasoning with multi-agentic LLMs • Numerous publications at ACL, NAACL and EMNLP, Neurips, ICML or ICLR on topics related to the pre-training of large language models (e.g. technical reports of pre-trained LLMs, SSL techniques, model pre-training optimization) • Has worked on an LLM (open source or commercial) that is currently available for use • Demonstrated ability to guide the technical direction of a large-scale model training team • Experience with common training optimization frameworks (deep speed, nemo) • Experience contributing to the team that has trained a large language model from scratch (10B + parameters, 500B+ tokens) or through continued pre-training, post training pipeline for alignment and reasoning, LLM optimizations, complex reasoning with multi-agentic LLMs.
Applied Researcher II (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI) Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher II (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI)CA$262,500–$299,600 / yeartechnical reports of pre-trained LLMs, SSL techniques, model pre-training optimization) Member of team that has trained a large language model from scratch (10B + parameters, 500B+ tokens) Publications in deep learning theory Publications at ACL, NAACL and EMNLP, Neurips, ICML or ICLR Optimization (Training & Inference) PhD focused on topics related to optimizing training of very large deep learning models Multiple years of experience and/or publications on one of the following topics: Model Sparsification, Quantization, Training Parallelism/Partitioning Design, Gradient Checkpointing, Model Compression Experience optimizing training for a 10B+ model Deep knowledge of deep learning algorithmic and/or optimizer design Experience with compiler design. Cambridge, MA: $262,500 - $299,600 for Applied Researcher II McLean, VA: $262,500 - $299,600 for Applied Researcher II New York, NY: $286,400 - $326,800 for Applied Researcher II San Francisco, CA: $286,400 - $326,800 for Applied Researcher II San Jose, CA: $286,400 - $326,800 for Applied Researcher II.
Applied Researcher I (AI Foundations, Recommendation Systems, Personalization, Reinforcement Learning) Capital One Financial CorpApplied Researcher I (AI Foundations, Recommendation Systems, Personalization, Reinforcement Learning)San Jose, CA$218,700–$249,600 / yearBasic Qualifications: Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields, with an exception that required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, or related fields plus 2 years of experience in Applied Research. In this role, you will: Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers and product managers to deliver AI-powered products that change how customers interact with their money.
Senior User Researcher II RubrikSenior User Researcher IIPalo Alto, CA$175,000–$262,600 / yearAt Rubrik, our UX team is a global collective of over 60 talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Product Designers, User Researchers, UX Writers, Visual Designers, Program Managers, and Technical Publications. Rubrik helps organizations uphold data integrity, deliver data availability that withstands adverse conditions, continuously monitors data risks and threats, and restore businesses with their data when infrastructure is attacked.
NewPrincipal Researcher – Macro & Geopolitical Perspective Straits Meridian Capital OfficePrincipal Researcher – Macro & Geopolitical PerspectiveSan Jose, CARemotePart timeWe are looking for an analyst with a deep understanding of how geopolitical developments, macroeconomic transitions, and industrial policy intersect to shape capital flows and investment risk — with primary coverage across East Asia, Southeast Asia, North America, and Europe. Institutional affinity: We are especially interested in candidates whose work has been shaped by settings such as Chatham House, IISS, Carnegie Endowment, Council on Foreign Relations, Stimson Center, or equivalent geopolitical research institutions.
Principal AI Researcher Workday IncPrincipal AI ResearcherPleasanton, CA$228,000–$342,000 / yearYour work will involve defining research roadmaps for agentic reasoning, long-horizon planning, and model alignment, ensuring that Workday remains the world leader in responsible, intelligent enterprise agents. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role).