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Amazon • Sunnyvale, California, USA
Amazon is hiring a Senior AI Research Engineer to lead the development of multimodal large-language foundational models. You'll work with machine learning, algorithms, and distributed systems in Sunnyvale, California.
You have a strong hands-on machine learning background and a proven track record of success in delivering new features and products. With your expertise in algorithms and modeling techniques, you are passionate about advancing the state of the art in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). You thrive in collaborative environments, demonstrating exceptional technical expertise and a sound understanding of the fundamentals of Computer Science. Your experience includes building large-scale distributed systems, and you possess strong communication skills to engage effectively with both business and technical partners.
You are committed to teamwork and have a hustle mentality, always looking for new opportunities to innovate and improve. Your ability to create reliable, scalable, and high-performance products sets you apart, and you are eager to leverage Amazon’s heterogeneous data sources and large-scale computing resources to accelerate development.
Experience with multimodal Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is a plus. A background in system architecture and best practices for quality infrastructure will enhance your candidacy. You are someone who enjoys leading projects and influencing overall strategy, making you a valuable asset to the AGI team.
As a Senior Research Engineer with the AGI team at Amazon, you will lead the development of novel algorithms and modeling techniques that push the boundaries of machine learning. Your work will directly impact our customers, as you will be responsible for advancing the capabilities of multimodal LLMs and GenAI. You will drive the system architecture and establish best practices that ensure a quality infrastructure, enabling efficient model development and deployment.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, working at the intersection of engineering and applied science. Your role will involve scaling pre and post-training workflows, ensuring that the models you develop are not only innovative but also practical and effective in real-world applications. You will have the opportunity to influence the overall strategy of the AGI team, contributing to the vision of creating industry-leading AI technologies.
In this position, you will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of learning and growth within the team. You will be expected to stay updated with the latest advancements in machine learning and AI, applying this knowledge to enhance the team's capabilities and output.
At Amazon, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes equity, sign-on payments, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in shaping the future of Artificial General Intelligence and making a significant impact on our customers and the industry.
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