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Research Scientist – World Modeling, Data
Sunnyvale, CA
Live, first seen by us 57 days ago- Pay
USD 150,000–400,000/year — pay source
Salary 150,000 – 400,000 USD per year Compensation
Compensation $150,000 – $400,000/year + discretionary performance bonus + benefits The posted salary range represents the company’s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this position upon hire. The actual base compensation offered may vary within this range depending on individual qualifications, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, and specific business needs. In addition to base salary, total compensation includes an annual discretionary performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.
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What you’ll work on
Full postingWe are looking for Research Scientists to tackle the data problems that determine our world model capabilities.
You will design, develop, and run state-of-the-art systems for curating, ingesting, filtering, annotating, and training with billion-scale visual data.
You will work on problems including, but not limited to, motion scoring, camera control, and video understanding.
You will translate our team’s human efforts into durable automated systems, whose performance is quantitatively verifiable.
From the employer’s posting
We are looking for Research Scientists to tackle the data problems that determine our world model capabilities. You will design, develop, and run state-of-the-art systems for curating, ingesting, filtering, annotating, and training with billion-scale visual data. You will work on problems including, but not limited to, motion scoring, camera control, and video understanding. You will translate our team’s human efforts into durable automated systems, whose performance is quantitatively verifiable.
Position Summary We are looking for Research Scientists to tackle the data problems that determine our world model capabilities. You will design, develop, and run state-of-the-art systems for curating, ingesting, filtering, annotating, and training with billion-scale visual data. You will work on problems including, but not limited to, motion scoring, camera control, and video understanding. You will translate our team’s human efforts into durable automated systems, whose performance is quantitatively verifiable. Salary
About Ifm-Us
We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models.
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- Nov 5, 2026
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- Sep 4, 2026
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Data scientists use statistics and models to answer harder questions, such as whether a change worked, what demand will look like next quarter, or which customers are likely to leave.
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Job description
About the Institute of Foundation Models
We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.
As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting-edge foundation model training, alongside world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem-solving skills will be instrumental in establishing MBZUAI as a global hub for high-performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.
Position Summary
We are looking for Research Scientists to tackle the data problems that determine our world model capabilities. You will design, develop, and run state-of-the-art systems for curating, ingesting, filtering, annotating, and training with billion-scale visual data. You will work on problems including, but not limited to, motion scoring, camera control, and video understanding. You will translate our team’s human efforts into durable automated systems, whose performance is quantitatively verifiable.
Salary
150,000 – 400,000 USD per year
Compensation
$150,000 – $400,000/year + discretionary performance bonus + benefits
The posted salary range represents the company’s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this position upon hire. The actual base compensation offered may vary within this range depending on individual qualifications, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, and specific business needs. In addition to base salary, total compensation includes an annual discretionary performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.
Benefits Include
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Bonus
- 401K Plan
- Generous paid time off, sick leave and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance and disability
Employment type
Full-time
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Compensation $150,000 – $400,000/year + discretionary performance bonus + benefits The posted salary range represents the company’s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this position upon hire. The actual base compensation offered may vary within this range depending on individual qualifications, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, and specific business needs. In addition to base salary, total compensation includes an annual discretionary performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.
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Sunnyvale, CA
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