For our client, we are seeking a AI Research Scientist, Agentic Systems to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.
This role sits at the intersection of advanced AI research and security operations, with a focus on developing agentic systems that can improve how analysts work. You will partner closely with threat research and cybersecurity experts to build, evaluate, and refine models and workflows that automate complex security tasks. The position combines hands-on experimentation, rigorous benchmarking, and model optimization to advance practical AI capabilities in a mission-critical environment.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $120,000 – $180,000 annually
Responsibilities
Collaborate with AI and threat research teams to improve analyst workflows
Post-train LLMs and agents to automate security tasks
Develop AI agents and complex workflows for planning and reasoning
Research and prototype state-of-the-art agentic planning methods
Establish benchmarks for agentic systems with statistical rigor
Optimize model prompts and inference for maximum performance
Partner with cybersecurity experts to enhance operational outcomes
Qualifications
Strong foundation in machine learning, probability, and statistics
PhD-level understanding of modern machine learning research or equivalent mastery
Experience training generative models and knowledge of LLM fundamentals
Core skills in reinforcement learning and post-training techniques
Experience building agentic systems and managing context retrieval
Proficiency in systematic prompt optimization and designing evals for LLM systems
Fluency with GPUs, PyTorch, and LLM training stacks
Benefits
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees
Employee networks and volunteer opportunities for connection
Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.