Research EngineerLocation: LondonDepartment: EngineeringJob Type: Full-time, In-officeAbout UsMy client are a rapidly growing start-up committed to engineering safe and beneficial AI systems with the potential to transform the future. Our mission is to build the most advanced AI evaluation models in the industry. They are looking for a talented Research Engineer to join our world-class team, supported by top-tier investors and industry leaders.Research Engineer role - As a Research Engineer, you will be at the forefront of developing and fine-tuning language models, working to ensure their quality and safety. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of AI technology, collaborating with leading experts in the field. Your responsibilities will include:

• Fine-tuning language models using both full parameter and parameter-efficient methods to achieve specific quality and safety benchmarks.
• Creating a comprehensive evaluation framework with datasets and metrics tailored to various use cases.
• Collaborating with founders, advisors, and top-tier researchers to address complex AI alignment challenges.
• Building and leading our applied research organisation, setting a high standard of excellence.
• Tackling some of the toughest engineering challenges in the field of LLMs in production.

QualificationsWe are looking for Research Engineer candidates who demonstrate exceptional ML engineering skills:

• Expertise in training and evaluating language models on GPUs, ideally using PyTorch.
• Proven experience in productionising and optimising large-scale ML systems, particularly LLMs.
• Strong software engineering background with proficiency in software design and architecture, preferably in Python.
• Ability to distil complex research ideas into practical applications.
• Experience in elite AI research environments (e.g., top AI labs).
• Familiarity with high-stakes ML domains such as self-driving cars, search, ads, or quantitative finance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Publications in leading AI conferences.
• Experience as an early engineer in a fast-paced start-up environment.
• A strong interest in and thoughtful approach to the societal impacts of AI technology.

About YouTo excel in this role, you should have the following qualities:

• Collaborative and communicative, with a strong team-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment.
• Eager to learn continuously and adapt to new challenges.
• Hardworking and open-minded, with a focus on finding the best solutions regardless of their source.

Compensation

• Competitive salary: £100K - £160K GBP
• Significant equity stake as an early team member
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, medical, dental, and vision coverage

If you are a Research Engineer wanting to make your mark on a start up business and help shape a product that will make a real impact on the industry, apply today!Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.