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Machine Learning Research Scientist / Engineer, Reasoning

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United States , San Francisco

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Salary:

252000.00 - 315000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

This role operates at the forefront of AI research and real-world implementation, with a strong focus on reasoning within large language models (LLMs). The ideal candidate will study the data types critical for advancing LLM-based agents, including browser and software engineering (SWE) agents. You will play a key role in shaping Scale’s data strategy by identifying the most effective data sources and methodologies for improving LLM reasoning. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of LLMs, planning algorithms, and novel approaches to agentic reasoning, as well as creativity in tackling challenges related to data generation, model interaction, and evaluation. You will contribute to impactful research on language model reasoning, collaborate with external researchers, and work closely with engineering teams to bring state-of-the-art advancements into scalable, real-world solutions.

Job Responsibility:

  • Study the data types critical for advancing LLM-based agents, including browser and software engineering (SWE) agents
  • Play a key role in shaping Scale’s data strategy by identifying the most effective data sources and methodologies for improving LLM reasoning
  • Contribute to impactful research on language model reasoning, collaborate with external researchers, and work closely with engineering teams to bring state-of-the-art advancements into scalable, real-world solutions

Requirements:

  • Practical experience working with LLMs, with proficiency in frameworks like PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow
  • Skilled at rapidly interpreting research literature and turning new ideas into working prototypes
  • A track record of published research in top ML and NLP venues (e.g., ACL, EMNLP, NAACL, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CoLLM, etc.)
  • At least three years of experience solving complex ML challenges, either in a research setting or product development, particularly in areas related to LLM capabilities and reasoning
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively across teams

Nice to have:

  • Hands-on experience fine-tuning open-source LLMs or leading bespoke LLM fine-tuning projects using PyTorch/JAX
  • Research and practical experience in building applications and evaluations related to LLM-based agents, including tool-use, text-to-SQL, browser agents, coding agents, and GUI agents
  • Experience with agent frameworks such as OpenHands, Swarm, LangGraph, or similar
  • Familiarity with advanced agentic reasoning techniques such as STaR and PLANSEARCH
  • Proficiency in cloud-based ML development, with experience in AWS or GCP environments
What we offer:
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
  • retirement benefits
  • a learning and development stipend
  • generous PTO
  • equity based compensation
  • may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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