Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Supply Chain Engineer (Composites)

Company: SpaceX

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Site Reliability Engineer, Data (Application Software)

Company: SpaceX

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The application software team, central to SpaceX's operations, creates mission-critical applications for launch vehicle production, flight, and Starlink's growth into a global internet service. They are currently working on systems for rapid build and reuse of Starship, and scaling the Starlink network. The role of a Site Reliability Engineer involves upgrading distributed systems, advancing deployment and monitoring infrastructure, managing petabyte-scale compute clusters, and collaborating with engineers across programs. The ideal candidate is a smart, motivated, and collaborative individual with experience in site reliability or DevOps, Linux, and preferably Kubernetes, Istio, and open-source platforms like Apache Kafka, Spark, HBase, HDFS, Flink.

EH&S Campus Lead

Company: Apple

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Staff Applied Research Scientist - Pretraining/Fine-tuning

Company: ServiceNow

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

ServiceNow, a global market leader in AI-enhanced technology, is seeking an AI/ML expert to drive innovations in Large Language Models (LLMs) for Enterprise Language Generation. The role involves developing and improving models, contributing to the design and implementation of LLMs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a PhD, expertise in Python, OOP, and Design Patterns, and experience in pretraining and fine-tuning LLMs. A strong publication record in top-tier conferences is preferred. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Sr. Product Engineering Architect

Company: Cadence

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Cadence is seeking a Product Engineering Architect to join the Stratus HLS team. The role involves working closely with field application engineering and sales teams to help new customers adopt the Cadence HLS solution, supporting existing HLS customers, researching new potential HLS capabilities, and defining feature requirements to improve the Stratus HLS tool flow. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in hardware design and verification for ASIC targets, familiarity with C++, and experience using hardware design tools in the Linux environment. The annual salary range for California is $196,000 to $364,000, with additional incentives. Cadence offers comprehensive benefits and is committed to solving complex technological challenges.

Hardware Systems Engineer

Company: Meta

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a highly skilled Hardware Systems Engineer. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to derive and interpret business and operational needs into technical requirements. The engineer will execute validation and verification activities for new product integration, ensuring hardware systems meet specified requirements. They will also build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and subject matter experts. The ideal candidate should have an engineering background in electrical, mechanical, optics, or semiconductors fields, with 5+ years of product experience. Preferred qualifications include an MS in a related technical field and experience in regulated industries.

Software Intern, Machine Learning

Company: Cadence

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Staff Data Engineer, Ads

Company: Reddit

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Reddit is seeking a skilled Data Engineering lead for the Ads Data Science team. The role involves working with cross-functional teams to develop data infrastructure and tools for data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in large-scale ETL systems, Python, SQL, Spark, and data visualization tools. They will be responsible for creating robust data pipelines, developing user-friendly tools, and fostering a data-driven culture at Reddit. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, 401k matching, and flexible vacation.

Engineering Manager, TT Recommendations

Company: TikTok

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is committed to inspiring creativity and bringing joy. The company's U.S. Data Security (USDS) division focuses on data protection and content assurance, ensuring U.S. users' safety. TikTok's Recommendation team, at the heart of the platform, designs and improves the recommendation algorithm for the TikTok For You Page. The team is dedicated to applying cutting-edge machine learning techniques and maintaining a strong user focus. The role involves leading the team to enhance recommendation models, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and understand insights to refine machine learning algorithms. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for research positions by seniority?
Entry‑level research scientists and data analysts earn $70,000‑$90,000 annually, with variations by industry. Mid‑level roles (2‑5 years experience) range $90,000‑$120,000. Senior researchers, principal investigators, or AI lead scientists command $120,000‑$160,000 plus equity or grant‑based bonuses.
What skills and certifications are most valued in research roles?
Key skills include statistical programming in Python or R, SQL for data querying, machine‑learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), laboratory software (LabVIEW, Benchling), and version control (Git). Certifications that boost prospects are TensorFlow Developer, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, and CLIA‑certified lab technician credentials for clinical research.
Can research jobs be performed remotely?
Approximately 60% of research listings now offer full‑remote or hybrid schedules, especially in AI, data science, and UX research. Lab‑based roles typically require on‑site presence, but many institutions provide remote data‑analysis and simulation positions.
What are common career progression paths in research?
Typical progression starts with Research Assistant → Research Scientist → Senior Scientist → Lead or Principal Investigator → Director of Research or R

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