Data Adaptation Research Engineer

The role

We're driving a fundamental paradigm shift: malleable data spaces that adapt on-the-fly for optimal performance. Our obsession with efficiency enables real-time AI evolution through adaptable data and algorithms. We treat data as a first-class citizen, prioritizing algorithms that enhance data quality for modeling the world. From senior leaders to new hires, everyone inspects data at every stage and understands exactly which datasets power our algorithms.

Innovation: lead focused bets on data adaptation by developing algorithmic recipes that dramatically improve data quality, downstream performance, and efficiency.

Research & Development: explore new directions in data adaptation across modalities and lifecycle stages, bridging cutting-edge AI research with practical applications in real-time intelligence.

Hands-on Impact: shape the data landscape for intelligent, adaptable AI agents by guiding Adaption's data strategy and creatively solving novel challenges in data, interaction, and evaluation.

Deep expertise in at least one area: model efficiency, distributed systems, hardware acceleration, or algorithmic optimization

Systems thinking ability to understand and optimize across the full ML stack

Strong programming skills in Python. Experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, JAX, Tensor Flow)

Knowledge of model optimization techniques (RLHF, fine tuning)

Experience in an industry lab with computing at scale and/or fast-paced startup environment

Nice to have:
PhD in computer science, and experience with algorithm design

Above all, we're looking for great teammates who make work feel lighter and aren't afraid to go out on a limb with bold ideas. You don't need to be perfect, but you do need to be adaptable. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check every box.

In-person collaboration in the Bay Area, a distributed global-first team, and quarterly offsites.

Annual travel stipend to explore a country you've never visited. We're building intelligence that evolves alongside you, so we encourage you to keep expanding your horizons.

Weekly meal allowance for take-out or grocery delivery.

Comprehensive medical benefits and generous paid time off.