Reasoning Models & Interfaces-Research Engineer / Scientist

About the TeamOur Reasoning Interface & Core Model  team trains state-of-the-art models and develops novel methods that power frontier reasoning & personalized interfaces to the AGI. In close collaboration with design and engineering teams, we create impactful products that fundamentally redefine human-AI interaction for millions of users. About the RoleWe are looking for a research engineer / scientist. You will develop the most challenging evaluations and novel methods to train models, improving their core capabilities and shaping the next gen. human-AI interaction paradigms. This role will include working on creative breakthroughs, crafting model behavior, designing evaluations and training procedures, executing careful scientific experiments, developing synthetic data methods, deploying models, and more. Example released projects: ChatGPT canvas, SearchGPT, streaming summarized chain-of-thoughts. Ideal candidates should have a strong technical background, familiarity with the quickly emerging LLM stack, and experience in an applied Machine Learning setting. Previous experience in a creative field or previous product experience (e.g. design engineering, rapid prototyping) is a plus. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.In this role, you will:Design challenging evaluations for novel capabilities Develop scalable synthetic data techniques and study them Train models and run scientific experiments Iterate on research experiments, clearly communicating insights to the team Integrate core behaviors into the next gen frontier models Co-creating novel product surfaces and interaction paradigms  Collaborate with product, design, and engineering to bring conceptual prototypes from the research phase into productionYou might thrive in this role if you:Are a team player – willing to do a variety of tasks that move the team forward.Are highly skilled in Python. Are capable of leading ambitious projects, and have clear communication skills.Have familiarity with designing quality research experiments & evaluations with rapid iterations    Have familiarity with Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Large Language Models and related infrastructure (e.g. PyTorch) Have familiarity in working in complex technical environments and/or improving research velocity Bonus: have experience with 1 or more large scale data systems such as beam or spark.Bonus: have experience in design engineering, you are autonomous and can rapidly prototype many ideas at a high quality bar in a short amount of time  About OpenAIOpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. OpenAI Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy StatementFor US Based Candidates: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link.OpenAI Global Applicant Privacy PolicyAt OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.Compensation Range: $295K - $360KLocationSan FranciscoTypeFull timeDepartmentResearchCompensation$295K – $360KThe base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.In addition to the salary range listed above, total compensation also includes generous equity and benefits.Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your familyMental health and wellness support401(k) plan with 50% matchingUnlimited time off and 13 company holidays per yearPaid parental leave (24 weeks paid birth-parent leave & 20-week paid parental leave) and family-planning supportAnnual learning & development stipend ($1,500 per year)