AI Research Engineer, New PhD Graduate
Recruiter Fit Breakdown & Candid Summary
This role is specifically tailored for recent PhD graduates or those expecting a PhD in computer science or a related field by August 2027.
Candidates will collaborate cross-functionally to prototype, evaluate, and scale AI solutions that impact millions of language learners.
The position requires strong debugging, critical thinking, and an entrepreneurial approach to R&D, with physical presence required in Pittsburgh or New York.
Applicants without a relevant PhD background or those unable to relocate to the specified US offices should not apply.
Role Responsibilities
- 1Solve ambitious engineering and research problems using appropriate tools and machine learning techniques
- 2Collaborate cross-functionally to bring AI ideas to life in the Duolingo product
- 3Identify problems, prototype solutions, evaluate return on investment, and implement solutions at scale
- 4Share findings internally within Duolingo and externally to the broader research community
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