Research Scientist Graduate (LLM Model Evaluation - Seed)

2 Months ago • All levels • Research Development • $194,000 PA - $410,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Research Scientist will join the team in advancing model evaluation methodologies and shaping the future of AGI definitions. Responsibilities include exploring model consistency, designing better evaluation methods, developing novel benchmarks to evaluate model capabilities, conducting red teaming to identify model limitations, and defining evaluation standards for next-generation models and intelligent applications. The team focuses on foundational research, aiming to drive technological progress and deliver societal benefits with labs across China, Singapore, and the U.S. The role requires applying first-principles thinking and a strong interest in model evaluation methodologies.
Must have:
  • Apply first-principles thinking to approach complex problems.
  • Show strong interest in model evaluation methodologies and AGI development.
Good to have:
  • Experience in large-scale model training or evaluation
  • Relevant paper publications are a plus.
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Wellbeing benefits
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 10 paid sick days per year
  • 17 days of Paid Personal Time

Job Details

Responsibilities About The Team: Established in 2023, the ByteDance Seed team is dedicated to discovering new approaches to general intelligence, and pushing the boundaries of AI. Our research spans large language models, speech, vision, world models, AI infrastructure, next-generation interfaces and more. With a long-term vision and determination in AI, the ByteDance Seed team remains committed to foundational research. We aim to become a world-class AI research team that drives real technological progress and delivers societal benefits. With labs across China, Singapore, and the U.S., our team has already released industry-leading general-purpose large models and advanced multimodal capabilities, powering over 50 real-world applications — including Doubao, Coze, and Jimeng. Responsibilities: We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Research Scientist to join our team in advancing model evaluation methodologies and shaping the future of AGI definitions. In this role, you will: 1. Explore the intrinsic consistency of models across pre-training and post-training stages, and predict LLM performance limits. 2. Design better evaluation methods based on internal mechanisms of models, with a focus on interpretability. 3. Design and develop novel benchmarks to systematically evaluate model capabilities and support the formalization of AGI definitions 4. Conduct red teaming from an evaluation perspective to identify model limitations and propose targeted improvements 5. Define the necessary evaluation standards to explore next-generation models and intelligent applications, such as Agent Foundation Models and DeepResearch Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 1. Demonstrated ability to apply first-principles thinking and approach complex problems from a foundational perspective. 2. Strong interest in model evaluation methodologies and contributing to the conceptual development of AGI. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Experience in large-scale model training or evaluation, with relevant paper publications as a strong plus. Job Information 【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $194000 - $410000 annually.​ Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.​ Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).​ The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.​ For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:​ Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:​ 1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;​ 2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and​ 3. Exercising sound judgment.​ About Us Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.​ Why Join ByteDance Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.​ As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.​ Diversity & Inclusion​ ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.​ Reasonable Accommodation ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request​

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