Founding AI/ML Engineer ($200-250K + Equity) at Generalcatalyst.com

About this role

Join the founding team at this AI startup (backed by Princeton researchers and a GPT co-creator) to build Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) technology that helps brands gain visibility in AI search engines. You'll transform advanced optimization algorithms into scalable ML systems while working directly with world-class researchers in San Francisco.

What you'll do

• Design and build end-to-end ML pipelines including data processing, model training, and production deployment
• Convert cutting-edge black-box optimization research into robust, high-performance systems for enterprise customers
• Own core ML infrastructure and collaborate on algorithm iteration to adapt to evolving AI search engines
• Bridge research and production to deliver practical implementations at scale
• Ship production-grade systems that serve real-world users in a high-growth environment

What they're looking for

• NLP and LLM fundamentals
• Model training and fine-tuning experience
• Production ML systems development
• Black-box optimization
• ML infrastructure and deployment
• Data processing and pipeline design
• Research engagement and communication
• End-to-end problem ownership

Benefits

• $200-250K salary
• Founding-level equity stake
• Work with Princeton Professor and GPT co-creator
• Top-tier venture capital backing
• San Francisco location
• Opportunity to define a new category of AI technology