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PIKA Inc

Multimodal LLM Researcher (MLLM)

Palo Alto, CA · On-site +1

Multimodal LLM Researcher (MLLM) About the Role At Pika, we are pioneering next-generation creative infrastructure built around real-time, multimodal generation and intelligent, agentic platforms. We ...

Pika

Multimodal LLM Researcher (MLLM)

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$185K - $400K/yr

Multimodal LLM Researcher (MLLM) About the Role At Pika, we are pioneering next-generation creative infrastructure built around real-time, multimodal generation and intelligent, agentic platforms. We ...

DEEPREC.AI

Multimodal LLM Researcher

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$300K - $400K/yr

Multimodal LLM Researcher $300,000 - $400,000 Remote, Palo Alto Full-time / Permanent DeepRec has partnered with a high-growth generative AI company (Series B, $130M raised). They're building ...

DeepRec.ai

Multimodal LLM Researcher

Palo Alto, CA · On-site +1

Multimodal LLM Researcher $300,000 - $400,000 Remote, Palo Alto Full-time / Permanent DeepRec has partnered with a high-growth generative AI company (Series B, $130M raised). They're building ...

Spellbrush

AI Anime Researcher - LLM

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As an early member of this team, you will have significant artistic and research freedom to shape what could become the next-generation LLM-driven storytelling experience. Why You'll Love Working ...

Spellbrush

AI Anime Researcher - LLM

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As an early member of this team, you will have significant artistic and research freedom to shape what could become the next-generation LLM-driven storytelling experience. Why You'll Love Working ...

Cypress HCM

LLM Research Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$90 - $121.86/hr

LLM Research Engineer Key Responsibilities: * Design, train, and fine-tune large language models (e.g., GPT, LLaMA, PaLM) for various applications. * Conduct research on cutting-edge techniques in ...

Nebius

Senior Tech Recruiter (ML,LLM)

London, OH · On-site +1

You will play a key role in scaling our AI and R&D teams by building deep, high-quality talent ... Deep Technical Sourcing (LLM, Inference, Systems, GPU): Proactively identify and engage senior ...

NOUS RESEARCH

Research Scientist

New York, NY · On-site

Direct experience in generative AI and LLM research * Experience in developing and debugging in Python * Desire to make the first multimodal "all-in-one" AGI model

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How much do llm researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for llm researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for an LLM Researcher?

A typical workday for an LLM Researcher involves designing experiments, training and fine-tuning large language models, and analyzing model outputs using various evaluation metrics. You will often read and discuss recent research papers, collaborate with software engineers and data scientists, and present findings to your team or at industry meetings. The role may also involve publishing research, contributing to open-source projects, or mentoring junior researchers. This collaborative and fast-paced environment offers ample opportunities to push the boundaries of AI language technology while working alongside leading experts in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Llm Researcher position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an LLM Researcher, a strong background in machine learning, natural language processing, and computational linguistics is essential, often backed by an advanced degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, experience training and evaluating large-scale language models, and publication experience in relevant conferences or journals are highly valued. Analytical thinking, creativity, effective communication, and collaboration are key soft skills that distinguish top performers. These capabilities are crucial for developing innovative language model solutions, advancing research, and contributing to high-impact projects within interdisciplinary teams.

What is an LLM Researcher job?

An LLM Researcher is a specialist who studies and develops large language models (LLMs), such as GPT. Their work involves improving model architectures, training methods, and fine-tuning techniques to enhance performance and efficiency. They often analyze LLM behavior, mitigate biases, and optimize models for specific applications. This role requires expertise in machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and deep learning frameworks.

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Multimodal LLM Researcher (MLLM)

PIKA Inc

Palo Alto, CA • On-site, Remote

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Multimodal LLM Researcher (MLLM)
About the Role
At Pika, we are pioneering next-generation creative infrastructure built around real-time, multimodal generation and intelligent, agentic platforms. We are seeking accomplished Multimodal LLM Researchers (LLM, VLM, and Audio LM) to drive forward our mission to make agentic real-time generative technology accessible, dynamic, and transformative for millions of creators.
As a core member of our research team, you will be integral to designing and building foundational technologies, developing novel approaches for large multimodal language models (LLMs/VLMs/Audio LMs), and orchestrating intelligent agentic systems that power scalable, interactive multimedia experiences. You will collaborate closely with engineering and product teams, shaping the future of real-time creative platforms.
What You'll Do
  • Lead and contribute to research efforts focused on real-time, multimodal generation-including text, image, video, and audio synthesis-as well as orchestration of agentic platform infrastructure
  • Design and prototype novel algorithms and architectures for high-fidelity, real-time multimodal synthesis and interactive experiences
  • Focus on real-time aspects of model inference and synthesis across modalities
  • Work on diffusion model distillation and/or develop diffusion-based world models for multimodal applications
  • Train and finetune autoregressive and diffusion models in LLM, VLM, or Audio LM contexts with a focus on real-time performance
  • Curate specific datasets, especially for video, audio, cross-modal, and sensory-rich data
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring research advancements into production-ready technologies
  • Publish work in top-tier conferences and journals; communicate research results internally and externally
  • Stay at the cutting edge of real-time multimodal generative AI and agentic orchestration
What We're Looking For
  • 5+ years of relevant experience, including research during graduate studies, in large language models, vision-language models, audio language models, deep learning, or related fields
  • Demonstrated impact as first author on major publications in top conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, Interspeech, etc.)
  • Deep expertise in at least one area: language modeling (LLM), vision-language modeling (VLM), or audio language modeling (Audio LM)
  • Strong experience with generative models, including autoregressive and diffusion models, and their real-time deployment
  • Hands-on experience curating, constructing, or augmenting large, high-quality multimodal datasets
  • Experience developing and deploying real-time systems and/or agentic orchestration infrastructure
  • Strong programming and prototyping skills (Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.)
  • Passion for building creative tools and platforms that empower users
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and substantial equity in a high-growth startup
  • Full health benefits + 401k matching and more
  • Collaborative, mission-driven team environment with major growth opportunities
  • Flexible on-site/remote hybrid (HQ in Palo Alto, CA)

About Pika
Pika empowers creators by building state-of-the-art agentic and multimedia platforms. Our vision is to break down technical barriers to creativity, making real-time generative and intelligent orchestration accessible to all. Join us and shape the next evolution of creative technology!
If you are a leading researcher excited by real-time multimodal AI and agentic platforms, we want to hear from you.

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