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Senior Staff AI Engineer, AI Algorithm Foundations

LinkedIn is a professional networking platform that connects over a billion members worldwide, enabling them to connect, learn, and grow professionally.
$191,000 - $315,000
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
AI

Description For Senior Staff AI Engineer, AI Algorithm Foundations

LinkedIn's Core AI organization is seeking a Senior Staff AI Engineer to join their AI Algorithm Foundations team, working on transformative artificial intelligence solutions. This role represents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of professional networking through advanced AI technologies.

The position involves leading the development of next-generation recommender systems and large language models (LLMs) that will enhance the experiences of over a billion LinkedIn members worldwide. As a Senior Technical Leader, you'll be at the forefront of developing agentic models with sophisticated reasoning, planning, and interaction capabilities.

The role combines technical expertise in AI/ML with leadership responsibilities, requiring both hands-on development work and team guidance. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies, particularly in the realm of LLMs and recommender systems, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate these solutions into LinkedIn's platform.

The position offers competitive compensation ($191,000 - $315,000) and a comprehensive benefits package. Working in a hybrid model based in Sunnyvale, CA, you'll have the flexibility to work both remotely and from the office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AI engineer looking to make a significant impact on how professionals worldwide connect and grow in their careers.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in deep learning architectures, particularly Transformer models, along with strong programming skills and a track record of contributions to the AI field. If you're passionate about advancing the state of AI technology while solving real-world problems at scale, this role offers the perfect platform to exercise your technical leadership and innovation capabilities.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff AI Engineer, AI Algorithm Foundations

  • Lead the development of next-generation recommender systems on top of foundational LLMs
  • Design and train large language models (LLMs) from scratch or adapt existing models
  • Drive architectural decisions for foundational model development and deployment
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify high-impact opportunities
  • Stay at the forefront of research in LLMs and related fields
  • Define and execute rigorous evaluation strategies

Requirements For Senior Staff AI Engineer, AI Algorithm Foundations

Python
  • 2+ years of experience as a Lead Engineer, Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, or similar Technical Leadership position
  • 5+ years of industry experience in AI or Machine Learning
  • BA/BS Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience
  • Expert-level understanding of deep learning architectures, particularly Transformer models
  • Strong programming skills in Python and relevant deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch)
  • Experience with model evaluation and benchmarking

Benefits For Senior Staff AI Engineer, AI Algorithm Foundations

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Generous health and wellness programs
  • Time away for employees of all levels
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Stock
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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