Impact Careers Full-time

(Senior) Research Engineer/Scientist

METR

Posted

Nov 05, 2025

Location

Mountain View, CA, USA

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$250000 - $450000

Mission

What you will drive

We are seeking a highly motivated (Senior) Research Engineer/Scientist to join our team. As a (Senior) Research Engineer/Scientist, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing new technologies and products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify research opportunities and develop innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research and development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include:

  • Designing and developing new technologies and products
  • Conducting research and testing to identify opportunities for innovation
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new solutions
  • Presenting research findings and results to stakeholders

About the Role:

  • The (Senior) Research Engineer/Scientist will be responsible for leading research projects and teams
  • The role will involve working with a variety of stakeholders, including engineers, scientists, and business leaders
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research and development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g. computer science, engineering, physics)
  • 5+ years of experience in research and development
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong background in research and development

Skills Needed:

  • Programming languages (e.g. Python, C++, Java)
  • Data analysis and machine learning
  • Cloud computing (e.g. AWS, Azure)
  • Agile development methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role helps civilization have a clearer understanding of what dangers AI systems pose, tackling one of the most important challenges of our time by developing methods to assess AI capabilities, risks and mitigations.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g. computer science, engineering, physics), 5+ years of experience in research and development, Excellent communication and collaboration skills, Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, Strong background in research and development

Benefits

What's in it for you

Compensation and perks:

  • $21k referral bonus available
  • Paid work tests during evaluation process
  • Flexibility around in-person trial requirements