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Research Software Engineer — Scalable RL & Distributed Training

Reflection AI

A leading AI research company in San Francisco is seeking a strong software engineer to architect and optimize the core training infrastructure for advanced AI models. Responsibilities include designing large-scale training systems, implementing cutting-edge techniques, and diagnosing performance bottlenecks. Candidates should have deep experience in distributed training or data infrastructure, and a solid background in software engineering. The position offers competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and a collaborative work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Reflection AI

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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