Job Description

Join a Unicorn Startup Pushing the Limits of AI ResearchSaragossa is partnered with a well-funded AI startup (recently valued over $2B) on a mission to redefine real-world applications of machine learning and large language models across critical industries like housing and healthcare. With a lean, high-caliber team and a culture of solving meaningful, complex problems, this is a rare opportunity to do cutting-edge research that ships.The company is hiring both Junior and Senior Research Scientists to join a 10-person, research-led team working on some of the hardest problems in AI today, including agentic workflows, predictive modeling, and generative language systems deployed at scale. You’ll work closely with a world-class Head of Research and tackle a wide range of challenges spanning statistical modeling, infrastructure design, and system optimization.What You’ll Do:Research and develop novel ML/LLM architectures for real-world applicationsBuild and optimize predictive models that directly impact millions of usersCollaborate cross-functionally with engineers, product teams, and leadershipTranslate complex math into deployable, scalable solutionsWhat We’re Looking For:PhD (preferred) in Math, Physics, CS, or a related fieldDeep coding ability (Python preferred), and experience with ML/statistical frameworksA track record of solving hard problems, not just publishing themEntrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and systematicallyBased in NYC/ Bay area or open to relocatingWhy Join:Work with some of the brightest minds in AI; no egos, just impactAutonomy to own your research and shape the direction of applied MLBase compensation $200K+ (junior) / $300K+ (senior) + significant equityFull benefits, paid relocation, and a collaborative in-person cultureIf you're excited by the idea of building the future of applied AI in a high-impact setting, and not just talking about it, we’d love to hear from you.

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