Cohere - Senior Research Engineer
Requirements
• Extremely strong software engineering skills. • Strong statistical skills and experience evaluating scientific experiments related to data collection and model performance. • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch) and Big Data Analytics (e.g. BigQuery, SQL) • Demonstrated ability to own complex technical projects from conception to deployment • Opinionated approach to technical architecture with ability to make principled decisions • Understanding of ML data requirements and the intersection of data engineering with modeling workflows • Working Location: • Working Location: • This role can be based remotely or from one of our office locations listed on the job description - there is no minimum in-office qualification requirement. We care most about hiring exceptional people regardless of locations, though please check the location listed on the posting for guidance around the core time zone or working hours alignment expected for the role.
Responsibilities
• Design and implement robust data pipeline tooling that enables frequent, low-friction data generation and annotation • Create cohesive data infrastructure that supports continuous parallel operation with model experimentation • Establish standardized processes for data validation, analysis, and improvement of data both training and evaluation • Collaborate with the ML modeling team to align data capabilities with experimental needs • Maintain opinionated, well-documented solutions that become team standards • Develop systematic analysis frameworks to identify incoming data sources and benchmark coverage gaps
Benefits
• Cohere is committed to fair and transparent pay practices. The salary range listed for this role reflects the expected base compensation. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience: • To be discussed with your recruiter • Full-Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks: • A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch. • Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health. • RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme. • 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent. • Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit. • Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching. • 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!) • Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite. • How and Where We Work: • Cohere is remote-friendly. We have offices in Toronto, San Francisco, New York City, London, Paris, Montreal, and more coming soon. • For those in the office: a daily lunch program, plenty of snacks, and regular community and social events. • For those not near an office: a co-working benefit so you can work alongside others in your city. • Everyone receives a $500 home office stipend to set up your workspace properly. • If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply. • We strive to create an inclusive work environment for all; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs. • We may use AI-enabled tools to screen and assess applicants against the criteria for this position. This helps our recruiters identify potentially qualified candidates, but it doesn't limit the applications our recruiters may review or consider.
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