Member of Technical Staff, Research Engineering - remote job

micro1 is hiring a Member of Technical Staff, Research Engineering - a lead role, which means responsibility for a team or a direction. The role sits in IT and programming and is fully remote. The company places no restriction on where the candidate lives, so you can apply from anywhere.

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Job Title: Member of Technical Staff, Research Engineering Job Type: Full-time Location: Remote

The Role We are looking for a Research Engineer to work at the cutting edge of Reinforcement Learning (RL), creating innovative environments, training pipelines, and evaluation systems that enhance the capabilities of modern AI models. This position bridges research and production, converting experimental concepts into scalable, high-performance systems. What You’ll Focus On

* Design self-contained RL environments that represent complex, real-world challenges, including reward functions, verifiers, and evaluation metrics.

* Create and scale episode pipelines and multi-component training processes (MCPs) to ensure reproducible experiments.

* Develop automated data generation systems, utilizing synthetic data to speed up training cycles without compromising quality.

* Construct and integrate AI-driven evaluation and quality assurance systems for automated grading, validation, and feedback loops.

* Refine and optimize open-source RL models using internally generated datasets and custom training strategies.

* Set up benchmarking frameworks to assess model performance, robustness, and data quality across various tasks.

* Contribute to the release and analysis of evaluations on internal and external benchmark platforms (e.g., micro1 benchmarks).

What We’re Seeking

* Extensive expertise in Reinforcement Learning, including environment design and training dynamics.

* Proven experience in building and scaling RL systems, pipelines, or experimentation frameworks.

* Proficiency in automation and data generation, including synthetic data pipelines.

* Knowledge of automated evaluation systems, model validation, and quality assurance workflows.

* Experience in fine-tuning and evaluating open-source ML models.

* Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to write technically.

* Adaptability to fast-paced, research-driven, and highly collaborative environments.

Preferred

* Experience in publishing benchmarks, evaluations, or research artifacts.

* Familiarity with evaluation ecosystems (e.g., micro1 benchmarks or similar frameworks).

* Background in scalable infrastructure for large-scale RL experimentation.

Compensation & Benefits Notice The national pay range for this full-time position is a base salary of $180,000 to $260,000 USD. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, contingent on role and subject to company policies. micro1 offers a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits tailored for a high-performing, remote-first workforce. micro1 is committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us. Our hiring process uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. These tools are designed to complement, not replace, human decision-making. Disclaimer The information provided in this job posting, including but not limited to role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and benefits, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer of employment. micro1 reserves the right to modify, adjust, or withdraw any part of this posting at its sole discretion and without prior notice. All employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.