Research Scientist
Goodfire
Posted
Dec 28, 2025
Location
USA
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$200000 - $400000
Mission
What you will drive
Core responsibilities:
- Conduct original research in interpretability and related fields
- Prototype techniques to visualize and manipulate internal model structures
- Collaborate with engineering to turn research into production-ready tools
- Share work through publications, demos, and open-source contributions
- Help define and evolve research direction
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role advances humanity's understanding of AI to build safe and powerful AI systems, developing groundbreaking technology on the critical path to ensuring a safe and beneficial future for humanity.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required qualifications:
- PhD or equivalent experience in ML, computer science, or a quantitative science
- Deep familiarity with large models and passion for understanding how they work
- Fluency in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch
- Strong writing and communication skills for explaining complex ideas
- Drive to move quickly and take ownership
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience leading research or contributing to open-source codebases
- Familiarity with interpretability, alignment, or safe model development
- Experience in startup or fast-paced lab environments
Benefits
What's in it for you
Market competitive salary, equity, and competitive benefits. Expected salary range: $200,000 - $400,000 USD.