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Research Scientist

pika
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/31/2026

We are seeking individuals with a proven research track record in areas such as large language models (LLMs), diffusion models, data systems, and distributed computing.

Qualifications

  • Developing and training generative AI models across modalities, including video, image, text, audio, and 3D.
  • Unlocking the potential of foundational models for applications like editing and controlled generation.
  • On-policy and off-policy reinforcement learning for model optimization and tuning.
  • Innovating efficient training and inference techniques on large-scale distributed systems.
  • Curating and processing datasets for pretraining and fine-tuning.

Key Skills:

  • Proficiency in deep learning frameworks, such as PyTorch and/or JAX.
  • This is an onsite position, but remote arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Compensation

The salary range for this role in California is $200,000–$300,000 per year. Actual base pay may vary based on factors such as job-related expertise, skills, experience, and candidate location. Additionally, we provide competitive equity packages through stock options and a comprehensive benefits plan.

Salary : $200,000 - $300,000

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