ML Research Scientist

Compensation: $190-230k base comp, + start up equity Our Seattle based client, a fastgrowing earlystage team, is seeking a Machine Learning Research Scientist to drive highimpact research at the core of a nextgeneration AI inference platform. If you're passionate about advancing efficiency, generative models, and realworld ML systems, this role offers rare depth and ownership. If you're excited to push the boundaries of efficient AI and shape the future of inference, we'd love to connect.

What You'll Do: Lead applied research initiatives in generative AI and model efficiency Prototype and implement novel ML techniques for largescale inference Design experiments, analyze results, and translate findings into productionready solutions Collaborate with ML, systems, and software engineers to bring research to life What You BringPhD in CS, CE, or related field 3+ years leading ML research with publications in top conferences/journals Experience with LLMs, VLMs, or generative model architectures Strong Python or C++ skills and deep experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX Ability to work across research and engineering in a fastmoving environment Bonus SkillsResearch in model efficiency, compression, or optimization Experience with profiling, performance analysis, or cloudscale ML systems Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms Why This RoleFoundational impact on a nextgen AI platform Highly collaborative, interdisciplinary team Competitive compensation + meaningful earlystage equity Comprehensive benefits, FTO, parental leave, wellness + commuter perks Prime Team Partners is an equal opportunity employer. Prime Team Partners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy status, gender, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal civil rights laws. For contract positions, hired candidates will be employed by Prime Team for the duration of the contract period and be eligible for our company benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision. Employees are covered at 75%. We offer a 401K after 6 months, we do not provide paid holidays or PTO, sick time is offered in accordance with local laws. This position is open until filled.