# Research Scientist at Goodfire

- Company: Goodfire
- What the company does: Goodfire is an AI interpretability research lab focused on understanding and intentionally designing advanced AI systems. Backed by Lightspeed, AI Grant and Menlo.
- Company website: https://goodfire.ai/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Francisco, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $200K to $400K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2025-06-02
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/goodfire/jobs/4746990008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/goodfire-research-scientist/

## About the role

We’re looking for a Research Scientist to join our team and develop new techniques for understanding and steering large AI models. You’ll work closely with a small, mission-driven team of scientists and engineers to conduct novel research, build practical tools, and push the field forward.

## What they're looking for

- PhD or equivalent experience in ML, computer science, or a quantitative science
- Deep familiarity with large models and a passion for understanding how they work
- Fluency in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch
- Strong writing and communication skills for explaining complex ideas
- Drive to move quickly and take ownership

Tags: Research and Development