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Alignment Scientist & Engineer — Research for Safe AI

$250k

OpenAI

OpenAI is seeking a Research Engineer / Research Scientist for the Alignment Science team in San Francisco. The role involves designing experiments to ensure models follow user intent and report limitations honestly. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with large ML models, engineering proficiency in Python, and a strong background in reinforcement learning. The position offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for remote work and competitive compensation ranging from $250K - $445K. #J-18808-Ljbffr OpenAI

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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