Research Engineer - Foundational AI

Piramidal Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 88,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology company is seeking a Research Engineer specializing in Foundational AI to develop AI systems centered on neural data. The role is suited for individuals with strong engineering skills, particularly in building large-scale distributed systems and deep learning libraries. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field, along with extensive experience in software engineering and a passion for advancing AI technologies.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience working in large distributed systems.
• Enthusiasm for AI Symbiosis.

Responsibilities

• Build AI systems focused on neural data.
• Design, implement, and enhance massive-scale distributed machine learning systems.
• Produce bug-free machine learning code and contribute to neuroscience innovations.

Skills

Software Engineering

Deep Learning Libraries (e.g. PyTorch, JAX, Julia)

Distributed Systems

AI Enthusiasm

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics

Master's or PhD in Statistics or Related Field

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $280,000.00/yr

We are a neuro first company. As a Research Engineer here, you will build AI systems focused on neural data, capable of accomplishing previously impossible tasks. We're seeking individuals with strong engineering skills, including designing, implementing, and enhancing massive-scale distributed machine learning systems, producing bug-free machine learning code, and contributing to the neuroscience underlying algorithmic innovations.

\ Outstanding deep learning achievements increasingly depend on massive-scale systems, requiring engineers comfortable working in large distributed systems.

We Expect You To Have

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or physics.
• 4+ years of software engineering experience.
• 4+ years of experience with deep learning libraries (e.g., PyTorch, JAX, or Julia).
• Experience working in large distributed systems.
• Enthusiasm for AI Symbiosis.
  
  

The above are strict requirements, please do not apply unless you meet them.

Nice To Have

• Master’s or PhD in statistics or a related field.
• Experience in dense time series and/or other continuous data types.
• Experience in signal processing.
• Past experience in creating high-performance implementations of deep learning algorithms.
• Interest and thoughtful consideration regarding the impacts of AI on cognitive freedom.
  
  

Compensation

You do not need to have experience in neuroscience.

We offer competitive cash compensation at around the 60th percentile, supplemented by equity compensation at the highest percentile. Our approach balances immediate salary expectations with significant long-term equity upside.

About Piramidal

We are building a first-of-its-kind foundation model for electrophysiological brain data. Our goal is to create scaled neural decoders that enable humans to understand and control neural syntax.

We are dedicated to redirecting technology to maximize human potential. At the heart of our mission is support for cognitive liberty - the fundamental right to freedom of thought, mental privacy, and self-determination.

We champion each individual's right to access, understand, and positively influence their own brain. We firmly oppose commodification of minds and mental experiences. We are committed against any voluntary interference, manipulation, or punitive control over human thought.

The brain is a battlefield – join us to build the tools that defend it.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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