AI Agent Researcher

Snowflake is about empowering enterprises to achieve their full potential — and people too. With a culture that’s all in on impact, innovation, and collaboration, Snowflake is the sweet spot for building big, moving fast, and taking technology — and careers — to the next level.

We are seeking a talented Research Scientist to join our innovative AI research team, focusing on Agent Research and Large Language Models (LLMs). This role combines cutting-edge research with practical applications, working to advance the field of AI while making enterprise AI more accessible and reliable. You will be part of a team dedicated to conducting open, foundational research that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in AI technology.

IN THIS ROLE AT SNOWFLAKE, YOU WILL:

• Design and pursue research initiatives focused on identifying and improving model weaknesses
• Develop and implement robust evaluation frameworks for tracking model improvements
• Contribute to scientific literature and conferences in the field of AI
• Design, implement, and debug code across our research stack
• Coordinate interdepartmental research efforts and activities
• Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles to potential innovations
  
  
  

WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field
• Strong background in Large Language Models and Agent Research
• Experience with implementing and debugging complex ML systems
• Proven track record of research contributions and publications
• Ability to think from first principles and approach problems without bias
• Strong evaluation and experimental design skills
  
  
  

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM AT SNOWFLAKE?

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI innovation, where your research can directly impact the future of enterprise AI technology. You'll have the opportunity to work on foundational research problems while seeing your solutions implemented in real-world applications. Our collaborative environment encourages open research and provides the resources and support needed to pursue ambitious research goals.

Every Snowflake employee is expected to follow the company’s confidentiality and security standards for handling sensitive data. Snowflake employees must abide by the company’s data security plan as an essential part of their duties. It is every employee's duty to keep customer information secure and confidential.

The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role:

• The estimated base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $230,000
• Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in Snowflake’s bonus and equity plan.
  
  
  

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; at least 12 paid holidays; paid time off; parental leave; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

Snowflake is growing fast, and we’re scaling our team to help enable and accelerate our growth. We are looking for people who share our values, challenge ordinary thinking, and push the pace of innovation while building a future for themselves and Snowflake.

How do you want to make your impact?

For jobs located in the United States, please visit the job posting on the Snowflake Careers Site for salary and benefits information: careers.snowflake.com

The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role:

• The estimated base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $230,000.
• Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in Snowflake’s bonus and equity plan.
  
  
  

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; at least 12 paid holidays; paid time off; parental leave; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

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