What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Learning Researcher position at Barrington James?
Machine Learning Researcher - Boston, MA
A Machine Learning Researcher required to join an innovative start-up focused on driving cutting-edge advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs), foundation models, and next-generation AI architectures. If you have a PhD in AI/ML, Computer Science, or a related field, a strong research track record (ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR, etc.), and experience developing novel AI architectures, I want to hear from you!
What You’ll Do:
- Lead fundamental research in LLMs, foundation models, and reinforcement learning.
- Design and develop novel AI architectures to push the boundaries of model efficiency, scalability.
- Develop models for AI reasoning, probabilistic models and uncertainty quantification.
- Advance RL techniques for optimizing generative models and intelligent decision-making.
- Collaborate with a world-class AI/ML team to translate research into real-world applications.
What We’re Looking For:
- PhD in AI/ML, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
- Deep expertise in LLMs, transformers, foundation models, and reinforcement learning.
- Must have proven research impact (first-author papers at ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR, etc.)
- Experience designing new AI architectures beyond standard implementations.
- Strong coding skills in Python, PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow.
Why Join Us?
- Work on truly pioneering AI research with real-world impact.
- Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in AI & ML.
- Competitive compensation, equity options, and strong research support.