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Snorkel AI

Research Engineer

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Redwood city, United states

Full Time

11-09-2025

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Leadership Python Research Synthetic Data Machine Learning cloud platforms NLP

Job Specifications

As a Research Engineer at Snorkel AI, you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world AI systems. This is a hands-on role where you will prototype, build, and deploy innovative AI solutions--translating research breakthroughs into scalable, practical applications that solve real-world problems. Snorkel AI operates in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, where we move quickly to push the boundaries of what's possible. We're looking for someone who thrives on rapid iteration, solving open-ended challenges, and driving innovation from research into production. Main Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and validating novel AI techniques for data development such as synthetic data generation, utilizing techniques such as LLM as a Judge; prototyping and building end-to-end workflows, integrating research ideas into scalable systems; writing high-quality, maintainable code; moving fast and adapting to new challenges; working closely with real-world design partners; collaborating with research scientists, engineers, and industry partners to push forward Snorkel AI's broader research initiatives and rapidly productionize prototypes. Preferred qualifications include strong expertise in AI, NLP, multi-modal models, LLMs, and generative AI, experience in developing and deploying AI models at scale, proficiency in Python and machine learning frameworks, familiarity with ML infrastructure and cloud platforms, ability to work in a fast-moving environment, and a bias for action. A Ph.D. in machine learning or related field is preferred but not required. The role offers a dynamic, high-impact setting with opportunities for growth and leadership.

About the Company

Snorkel AI is building the data layer for specialized AI, enabling frontier labs, enterprises, and government agencies to develop AI tailored to their unique workloads. Born from pioneering research at the Stanford AI Lab, Snorkel combines cutting-edge programmatic data development technology with deep domain expertise to accelerate AI from prototype to production. Backed by Addition, Greylock, GV, In-Q-Tel, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and funds and accounts managed by BlackRock, Snorkel AI is headquartered in Redwood City,... Know more