Principal AI Research Engineer

Posted 3 Days Ago
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United Kingdom
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
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The Role
Join the Redis AI team to research, design, and implement advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs), optimizing for relevance and latency. Tackle complex NLP problems, enhance tools for model orchestration, and implement algorithms for efficiency at scale.
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Who we are
We're Redis. We built the product that runs the fast apps our world runs on. (If you checked the weather, used your credit card, or looked at your flight status online today, you’re welcome.) At Redis, you’ll work with the fastest, simplest technology in the business—whether you’re building it, telling its story, or selling it to our 10,000+ worldwide customers. We’re creating a faster world with simpler experiences. You in?

Why would you love this job?

You will join our core AI team to research, design, and implement advancements in how companies run Large Language Models (LLMs) to optimize for relevance, latency, and privacy.

You will tackle complex challenges related to model optimization, fine-tuning, and tool development, impacting millions of users worldwide.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI in a hands-on research role.


What you’ll do:

  • Optimize and fine-tune LLMs or embedding models.
  • Develop and enhance tools and frameworks built around model orchestration.
  • Research, design, and implement state-of-the-art algorithms to optimize models at scale for latency and efficiency.
  • Investigate complex NLP problems driven by customer use cases.
  • Implement hardware-specific optimizations (e.g., GPUs, TPUs, CUDA).


What will you need to have?

  • Experience in designing and developing machine learning models, especially in natural language processing.
  • Deep understanding of transformer architecture, LLMs, and embedding models.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, including experience with ML/NLP libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers).
  • Experience with at least one low-level system language (c, c++, rust).
  • Experience with CUDA and high-performance computing.
  • Self-directed, ambitious, and eager to learn new skills and technologies.
  • Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.


Extra great if you have:

  • Publications or contributions to projects in AI/ML, NLP, or related areas.
  • Experience with large-scale distributed training and optimization techniques.
  • Contributions to open-source AI projects.


We give back to our employees:

Our culture is what makes Redis a fun and rewarding place to work. To support you at work and beyond, we offer all our team members fantastic benefits and perks:

  • Competitive salaries and equity grants
  • 25 vacation days per year (in addition to bank holidays) to promote a healthy work-life balance
  • Private health insurance and paid paternity leave
  • Flexible working options 
  • Frequent team celebrations and recreation events
  • Home internet & phone stipend
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Ability to influence a high-performance company on its way to IPO

#LI-CA2 #LI Remote 

As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Redis is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Redis is dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected.

 

Redis is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodation to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodations for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to [email protected]. All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law.

 

Redis reserves the right to retain data longer than stated in the privacy policy in order to evaluate candidates.

Top Skills

C
C++
Python
Rust
The Company
HQ: Mountain View, CA
579 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

As the home of Redis, the world’s most popular in-memory database, we are the commercial provider of Redis Enterprise, which delivers superior performance, unmatched reliability, and the best total cost of ownership. Redis Enterprise allows teams to build performance, scalability, speed, and simplicity into their applications.

Why Work With Us

We offer the opportunity for all employees to succeed, grow, develop, and deliver on their personal goals. We believe everyone can assume leadership roles over their projects and value teamwork. We also like to live well, and offer weekly Happy Hours, teambuilding events, birthday and cultural celebrations, a competitive salary, and much more!

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