Staff Product Researcher

As a Staff Product Researcher at Duolingo, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our product strategies and enhancing user experiences. You will leverage your expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods to drive insights that inform product decisions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our educational tools meet the diverse needs of our global learners.

Role overview Decagon seeks a Staff Research Engineer based in New York City. This position helps guide research efforts and supports the development of technical solutions that serve a range of industries. The Staff Research Engineer works alongside a skilled team, taking projects from early ideas through to working implementations. What you will do Advance research initiatives at Decagon through direct engineering contributions Collaborate with team members to design and build new technical solutions Apply technical expertise to projects that impact several sectors Requirements Solid background in both research and engineering Interest in tackling complex technical problems Strong collaborator who values team-based problem solving

Bravos Research stands at the forefront of investment research and financial media, specializing in video-first content. Our mission is to empower investors with insightful, data-driven research to navigate the complexities of global markets.As the proud creator of the largest investment research channel on YouTube, we have amassed over 75 million views and a substantial subscriber base for our premium research services.We are on the lookout for a Senior Research Analyst who can merge institutional-level macroeconomic insights with captivating storytelling. In this role, you will transform intricate economic data into engaging narratives and manage the end-to-end research and scriptwriting process for our animated videos, focusing on US and global macro trends, liquidity, credit markets, commodities, and cryptocurrencies.Key Responsibilities:Produce high-conviction insights regarding global business cycles, equity markets, central bank policies, and asset allocation strategies.Craft compelling, thoroughly sourced scripts that simplify complex economic concepts for a broad audience without compromising depth.Collaborate with team members to establish the firm's investment strategy and overarching perspectives.

About BasisBasis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to applied artificial intelligence research. Our mission is twofold: to understand and build intelligence and to advance society’s problem-solving capabilities. We strive to unravel the mathematical principles behind reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation, while also developing software that embodies these principles.Our commitment extends to enhancing our ability to tackle complex issues that are beyond today's capabilities and accelerating our potential to address future challenges. We are creating a technological framework inspired by human reasoning, alongside fostering a collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Scientist, you will spearhead Basis’ initiatives to deepen our understanding of the conceptual, mathematical, and computational principles of intelligence. We seek individuals who excel technically and are passionate about exploring foundational concepts. Our research team values rigorous, high-quality scientific endeavors while encouraging experimentation and exploration of innovative ideas.Basis thrives on collaboration, both internally and with external partners. We are looking for team players who enjoy tackling significant problems that require collective effort.Research FocusDespite the growing acknowledgment that acquiring and understanding world models is crucial for intelligence, current AI systems face challenges in mirroring this human capability. Key uncertainties remain regarding the essence of a world model, methods for reliably detecting its presence in agents, and approaches to develop agents capable of learning these models effectively.Our research, particularly within the MARA project, seeks to establish new foundations and technologies for modeling, abstraction, and reasoning in AI systems. MARA's goal is to identify principled methods for how intelligence constructs, refines, and employs world models through interactive experimentation. Achieving this will require advancements in knowledge representation, abstraction, reasoning, active learning, and reinforcement learning, necessitating a first-principles reevaluation of world modeling.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to applied AI research, driven by dual objectives that enhance each other.Our primary focus is to understand and construct intelligence. This encompasses establishing the fundamental mathematical principles of reasoning, learning, decision-making, comprehension, and explanation, alongside developing software that embodies these principles.Secondly, we aim to empower society to tackle complex challenges. This involves broadening the scale, complexity, and scope of problems we can currently address and, crucially, accelerating our future problem-solving capabilities.To realize these ambitions, we are establishing an innovative technological framework inspired by human reasoning and fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Engineer, you will play a vital role in advancing Basis’ mission by converting research concepts into accurate, robust, and scalable high-quality code.We are looking for technically proficient individuals who are enthusiastic about delving deep into foundational concepts. Our research engineers are committed to conducting rigorous, high-quality science, unafraid to experiment, learn from mistakes, and explore innovative ideas.Basis thrives on collaboration, both within our team and with external partners. We seek individuals who enjoy tackling challenges greater than they can manage alone.Machine Learning Research Engineer Focus AreasThis position is aimed at experts in machine learning engineering. Key areas of focus include:Probabilistic programming and statistical inferenceDeep learningCausal inferenceProgram synthesis and analysisML Ops and systems engineeringThese areas will be explored in the context of developing reasoning systems. Research engineers will also engage with topics including programming language design and implementation, automatic differentiation, and SAT/SMT solvers.

About BasisBasis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to applied AI research, striving to achieve two interconnected objectives.Firstly, we aim to understand and develop intelligence. This involves establishing the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, comprehension, and explanation; along with creating software that embodies these principles.Secondly, we seek to enhance society's capacity to address complex challenges. This means broadening the range, scale, and intricacies of the problems we can tackle today, while also accelerating our ability to solve future challenges.To fulfill these missions, we are constructing a novel technological framework inspired by human reasoning, and fostering a collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Scientist, you will spearhead Basis's initiatives to deepen our comprehension of the theoretical, mathematical, and computational aspects of intelligence.We seek individuals with exceptional technical skills who are passionate about exploring concepts at their core. Our research scientists and engineers are committed to conducting rigorous, high-quality, and robust scientific inquiry, yet they embrace experimentation, learning from mistakes, and exploring innovative ideas to achieve their goals.Basis thrives on collaboration, both internally and with external partners; thus, we value team players who relish tackling challenges that surpass individual capabilities.Research FocusOur research under the MARA project is dedicated to forging new principles and technologies for modeling, abstraction, and reasoning in AI systems. The primary aim of MARA is to reveal principled methodologies for how intelligence constructs, refines, and applies world models through interactive experimentation.For this position, we specifically seek experts in Reinforcement Learning & Planning who can push the boundaries of model-based RL, exploration strategies, optimal control, and Bayesian optimization. You will develop agents capable of learning efficient policies in intricate, partially observable environments by utilizing structured world models.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization specializing in applied AI research, dedicated to two interrelated goals.The primary objective is to comprehend and develop intelligence. This entails establishing the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation; as well as creating software that embodies these principles.The secondary goal is to enhance society's capacity to tackle complex challenges. This involves broadening the scale and complexity of the problems we can address today and, more importantly, accelerating our future problem-solving capabilities.To realize these ambitions, we are constructing a new technological base inspired by human reasoning and fostering a collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Engineer in Operations at Basis, you will be instrumental in developing internal tools, automation, and measurement systems that significantly enhance researcher productivity and operational efficiency. Your work will involve creating tools that eliminate hours of manual tasks, automating proposal and CRM workflows, and offering analytics to guide strategic decisions as Basis expands.We seek individuals who are technically adept and possess a deep understanding of research workflows, enabling them to pinpoint high-impact automation opportunities. An ideal candidate has experience in converting research concepts into reliable code, building automation systems powered by LLMs, and designing user-friendly tools for researchers. Your contributions will range from researcher productivity enhancements to GTM automation and analytics infrastructure.This position is vital to Basis's growth strategy, transforming operations from manual to automated processes that facilitate scalable growth with sustainable results.We are looking for innovative thinkers who are technically accomplished and eager to explore foundational concepts. Our research engineers strive to develop high-quality, robust tools, unafraid to experiment, learn from mistakes, and explore unconventional ideas to achieve their goals.Basis thrives on collaboration, both internally and with our partners; we seek individuals who are passionate about empowering others to achieve milestones they couldn't accomplish alone.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to applied AI research, driven by two interlinked objectives.The first goal is to comprehend and construct intelligence. This involves establishing the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation, alongside developing software that embodies these principles.The second objective is to enhance society's capacity to tackle complex challenges. This entails broadening the range, complexity, and scope of problems we address today, while importantly expediting our future problem-solving capabilities.To realize these ambitions, we are establishing a novel technological foundation inspired by human reasoning, as well as a unique collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Engineer on the Platform team at Basis, you will propel research methodologies forward and package them into modular components for reuse by others. Your responsibilities include developing core technology modules (such as ChiRho, Effectful, Weighted), enhancing research-backed features for commercial platforms, and ensuring that research advancements lead to tangible impacts—both commercially and socially.We are seeking individuals who can merge research excellence with engineering precision. The ideal candidate has a background in both published research and production code, possesses the ability to translate experimental techniques into solid implementations, and thoughtfully approaches software architecture to facilitate others in building upon your contributions. You will identify high-impact research challenges aligned with Basis's mission and guide them from conception to concrete execution.This position is distinct from Operations Research Engineers (who concentrate on internal tools) as it emphasizes advancing research methods for platform and commercial applications. You will collaborate on Core Tech Module Teams and contribute to research that shapes the technological bedrock of Basis.We value individuals who excel at technical tasks and are unafraid to delve into foundational concepts. Our research engineers strive for thorough, high-quality, robust science and engineering, while embracing experimentation, learning from mistakes, and exploring unconventional ideas to achieve their goals.Basis thrives on collaboration, both internally and with our external partners; we seek individuals who enjoy working collectively on challenges that exceed individual capabilities.

Role overview Jobgether seeks a Chief of Staff for its Research & Development team. This remote position partners with executive leadership to guide and support major initiatives within the R&D organization. The Chief of Staff coordinates projects, helps improve how the team operates, and plays a key part in meeting organizational goals. What you will do Partner with R&D leadership to move strategic projects and priorities forward Streamline daily operations across the R&D department Assist with project management so teams stay aligned and on schedule Encourage a culture that values innovation and high standards Location This position is remote and based in New York.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to applied AI research, driven by a dual mission.Firstly, we aim to deepen our understanding and development of intelligence. This involves establishing the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation, along with creating software that embodies these principles.Secondly, we strive to enhance society’s capacity to tackle complex challenges. This means broadening the scale and complexity of the problems we can address today, while also accelerating our future problem-solving capabilities.To realize these aims, we are constructing an innovative technological framework inspired by human reasoning and fostering a collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Scientist at Basis, you will play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of the theoretical, mathematical, and computational principles underlying intelligence.Our Research Scientists possess key characteristics:Outstanding technical expertise—strong mathematical and computational foundations.A creative builder’s mindset—capable of designing, constructing, and refining complex systems based on foundational principles.Commitment to scientific rigor—engaging in high-quality, robust scientific inquiry without hesitance to experiment, learn from mistakes, and explore unconventional ideas.At Basis, collaboration is key, both within our teams and with external partners. We seek individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to tackle challenges that transcend individual capabilities.Programming Languages Research ScientistsThis role is tailored for experts in the design, implementation, and analysis of programming languages. You will assist in the design and implementation of the foundational computational reasoning systems under development at Basis.Key focus areas of programming languages research include compiler design, partial evaluation, program analysis, abstract interpretation, and program transformation. This work is conducted within the context of constructing reasoning systems, leading to engagement with topics such as probabilistic programming, automatic differentiation, and SAT/SMT solvers.Expectations:Possess a PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to applied AI research, pursuing two interconnected goals.Our primary objective is to understand and create intelligence. This involves formulating the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation, while developing software that embodies these concepts.The second goal is to enhance society’s capacity to solve complex challenges. We aim to broaden the scope, intricacy, and variety of challenges we can address today, and crucially, to expedite our ability to tackle future problems.To realize these objectives, we are constructing an innovative technological base inspired by human reasoning, and fostering a collaborative organizational culture that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Research Scientist on the MARA (Modeling, Abstraction, and Reasoning Agents) initiative, you will be instrumental in developing computational theories of scientific reasoning in the realms of robotics and embodied intelligence. Your work will push the boundaries of world modeling, reinforcement learning, program synthesis, and robotic control, enabling systems to learn, reason about, and engage with the physical world.We are seeking outstanding researchers with a strong background in Program Synthesis & Neuro-symbolic Methods. The ideal applicant will have a robust publication record in esteemed venues, blending theoretical expertise with practical implementation skills, and a passion for building systems that emulate scientific learning—hypothesizing, experimenting, and modeling the workings of the world.In this role, you will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to address fundamental inquiries: How can agents learn causal models through interaction? How do we connect high-level reasoning with low-level control? How can we produce interpretable, verifiable control programs instead of opaque policies?At Basis, we value collaboration, both within our team and with external partners; we seek individuals who thrive in teamwork on significant challenges that require collective effort.

DailyPay is reshaping payroll for employees across the United States through an on-demand pay platform. With headquarters in New York City and operations extending to Belfast, the company focuses on supporting employee motivation and financial well-being. More information is available at DailyPay's Press Center. The Senior Product Researcher will play a central role in building DailyPay’s flagship consumer financial product, aimed at helping millions of workers manage their earned wages. This position works within a collaborative product strategy team and serves as the primary advocate for user perspectives across product, design, engineering, and marketing groups. The role emphasizes applying user-centered design principles at scale to deliver meaningful financial experiences. What you will do Champion the needs and perspectives of DailyPay users throughout product, design, engineering, and marketing initiatives. Design and conduct qualitative research such as in-depth interviews, ethnographic studies, and diary studies. Plan and execute quantitative research to complement or challenge qualitative insights. Spot new product opportunities by analyzing user needs, market trends, and behavioral data, with a strong focus on mobile interfaces. Create personas, behavioral archetypes, journey maps, and service blueprints to foster team understanding and highlight key opportunities. Work with product teams to reframe concepts as testable hypotheses. Prototype and organize concept testing with users, targeting essential product flows. Lead workshops to synthesize research findings and develop creative solutions. Participate in user-centered design sprints with cross-functional partners. What we look for Curiosity and an entrepreneurial approach to problem solving. Expertise in a variety of research methods, both qualitative and quantitative. Strong understanding of user behavior and the ability to turn insights into actionable product improvements. Experience identifying and implementing enhancements to consumer financial products.

Datadog is in search of a visionary leader in User Research to spearhead the next phase of our research initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will guide a team that marries human insights with quantitative analysis and AI-driven synthesis, crafting products that genuinely resonate with our customers while delivering significant business results. At Datadog, we empower our clients to visualize and troubleshoot complex, distributed systems at scale, ensuring their continuous health.As the Director of User Research, you will be instrumental in translating intricate technical data into user-friendly experiences. You will foster a fast-paced, actionable research culture that is seamlessly integrated into our product development lifecycle.Your responsibilities will include building and mentoring a high-performing research team while equipping our design and product teams with the necessary tools and methodologies to gain deep insights into customer pain points and motivations. You will drive the team towards strategic influence that translates into measurable business outcomes.

About the FellowshipPostdoctoral Fellowships at Basis provide a unique opportunity for distinguished researchers to advance their expertise in the field of computational intelligence. This encompasses areas such as reasoning, learning, and decision-making. Fellows will collaborate closely with Basis Research Scientists and esteemed Principal Investigators (PIs) from leading academic institutions.About BasisBasis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to applied AI research, driven by two interdependent goals.Our primary aim is to understand and develop intelligence. This involves establishing the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, comprehension, and explanation; and creating software that embodies these principles.Secondly, we strive to enhance society's capability to tackle complex problems. This entails broadening the scope and complexity of challenges we can address today and, crucially, expediting our future problem-solving abilities.To fulfill these objectives, we are constructing a new technological framework inspired by human reasoning and fostering an innovative collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.How it WorksPostdoctoral Fellows at Basis are jointly mentored and funded by Basis and partner PIs from academic institutions. Fellows will divide their time between Basis and their academic PI's lab, functioning as part of a jointly advised postdoctoral program.Our established partner PIs include: Nada Amin (Harvard), Kevin Ellis (Cornell), Armando Solar-Lezama (MIT), Youssef Marzouk (MIT), and Tom Silver (Princeton).Each Fellow is paired with a mentor from Basis, chosen to align with their research interests and aspirations.Potential Basis mentors possess a wealth of expertise in various fields, ensuring a tailored and enriching mentorship experience.

Headway is hiring a Staff Product Manager to help define and deliver products that matter. This role is central to shaping product strategy and guiding teams toward solutions that address real user needs. Role overview The Staff Product Manager leads cross-functional teams through every stage of product development, from initial concept to launch. Expect to work closely with stakeholders to clarify the product vision and set the roadmap for upcoming features and improvements. Key responsibilities Define and refine product strategy in collaboration with leadership and stakeholders Guide teams as they develop, test, and launch new products or features Ensure solutions align with user needs and company goals Location This position is based in New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; or Seattle, WA.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization specializing in applied AI research, dedicated to achieving two synergistic objectives.The first objective is to comprehend and develop intelligence. This encompasses establishing the mathematical foundations of reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation; subsequently, we construct software that embodies these principles.The second objective is to enhance society's capacity to tackle complex issues. This involves broadening the scope, intricacy, and variety of challenges we can address today, while also accelerating our future problem-solving capabilities.To fulfill these ambitious goals, we are creating a robust technological foundation inspired by human reasoning, alongside a collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleWe are in search of a Technical Program Manager who possesses a deep passion for program management and is eager to propel ambitious research initiatives. In this role, you will be the crucial link connecting our researchers, engineering teams, leadership, and external partners, requiring both technical acumen and project management skills.

Perform in-depth data research and analysis of trending products across major platforms, along with regular market assessments to assist in developing and executing the company’s new product development strategy.Monitor competitor dynamics closely, collaborate with sales to develop or refine new product operational strategies, and work together to achieve the performance targets for new products.Analyze product sales metrics to enhance inventory turnover efficiency.Identify and develop suppliers and manufacturers that align with the company’s positioning, fostering strong collaborative relationships.Design and implement product R&D processes, create prototypes, and draft functional descriptions along with other product planning initiatives.Validate product requirements, conduct user testing, and manage product marketing efforts while tracking post-launch data for continuous optimization.Collect and analyze competitor product functions and emerging applications to strategize products with competitive advantages.Fulfill various product-related business tasks as outlined in the company’s SOP.Engage with various internal teams to facilitate the product and project development processes effectively.

About BasisBasis is a pioneering nonprofit organization focused on applied AI research, driven by dual objectives.Our first goal is to comprehend and construct intelligence. We endeavor to lay down the mathematical principles defining reasoning, learning, decision-making, understanding, and explanation, while also developing software that embodies these principles.The second aim is to enhance society's capability to tackle complex challenges. We strive to broaden the scale, complexity, and diversity of problems we can address today, and more critically, to hasten our capacity to resolve future challenges.To fulfill these ambitions, we are creating an innovative technological foundation inspired by human reasoning, alongside a collaborative organization that prioritizes human values.About the RoleAs a Data Engineer on the Platform team at Basis, you will be responsible for constructing reliable data pipelines featuring comprehensive provenance and quality controls. You will curate documented datasets for training and evaluation while ensuring that our data infrastructure scales effectively. Your work will encompass both platform-specific data needs and cross-project data coordination, minimizing redundancy and fostering shared datasets.We are in search of technically proficient individuals who regard data quality as paramount. The ideal candidate has experience with machine learning data pipelines, understands the complete lifecycle from raw data to model training and evaluation, and approaches data provenance, lineage tracking, and quality assurance with rigor. You will blend software engineering best practices with a profound understanding of data systems and machine learning requirements.This role operates across both the Platform and Research teams, working on infrastructure that supports our commercial offerings and internal research initiatives. You will play a vital role in scaling Basis's data operations to support medium-scale models, ensuring data governance as we cater to external clients, and building systems that researchers can rely on for reproducible experiments.We seek individuals who are committed to executing high-quality, robust data engineering while remaining open to iteration, learning from real-world usage, and exploring diverse approaches to achieve excellence.At Basis, collaboration is key—both internally and with our external partners. We value those who enjoy laying the groundwork for solving grand challenges that extend beyond individual efforts.

About PolymarketPolymarket stands at the forefront of the prediction market landscape, blending the essence of a financial exchange with the power of a future-oriented search engine. With an impressive trading volume exceeding $6 billion this year, we are quickly establishing ourselves as a reliable source of insights in an increasingly chaotic media environment.Our mission is to unveil real-time, precise insights into the world’s most pressing questions, spanning politics, technology, sports, and science. By achieving this, we aim to transform the way individuals discover, debate, and comprehend upcoming events.Nestled in the heart of New York City, our tight-knit team is on the lookout for extraordinary talent to help revolutionize the future of information dissemination.About the RoleWe are excited to announce an opening for a Senior Product Designer at Polymarket. This pivotal role offers a high level of autonomy and impact, allowing you to shape our product's trajectory and design compelling user experiences from foundational principles.Here, we value creativity and initiative over rigid guidelines—if you thrive in uncharted territories and view ambiguity as an opportunity for innovation, you’ll fit right in. You’ll take the reins of design from beginning to end, engaging closely with our founder and leadership team to develop deep user understanding and deliver high-quality, thoughtful interfaces.Your ResponsibilitiesChampion Autonomy. You will lead the design process independently, determining necessary actions while elevating our quality standards and collaborating with engineers and leadership to realize innovative concepts.Design for Clarity and Depth. Your role will involve simplifying complex subjects such as prediction markets and finance, ensuring these powerful tools are intuitive and engaging for all users.Rapid Prototyping and Testing. Utilize tools like Figma and light coding to quickly explore ideas, validate assumptions, and refine designs based on user feedback.User Research and Insight Development. Interact with users, analyze behaviors, and identify meaningful trends that will guide our product's evolution.Refine and Expand Our Design System. Establish standards that ensure a cohesive product experience as we scale.Empower Team Growth. Elevate the overall design quality through your contributions and mentorship.

Join modal as a Member of the Technical Staff in our Agent DX Research team. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of technology. Collaborate with a dynamic group of professionals dedicated to excellence and creativity in research and development.