AI Research Scientist Jobs in Washington
AI Research Scientist jobs in Washington are open across Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond and other Washington metros, with employers like Apple, Meta, and TikTok hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Lead, collaborate, and execute on research that pushes forward the state of the art in multimodal reasoning and generation research. Work towards long-term ambitious research goals, while identifying intermediate milestones. Directly contribute to experiments, including designing experimental details, writing reusable code, running evaluations, and organizing results. Work with a large team. Contribute to publications and open-sourcing efforts. Mentor other team members. Play a significant role in healthy cross-functional collaboration. Prioritize research that can be applied to Meta's product development.
AI Research Scientist, VLM (vision language models) Responsibilities:
- Push state of the art in multimodal generative AI
- Explore new techniques for advanced reasoning and multimodal understanding for AI Assistants
- Mentor and work with AI/ML engineers to find a path from research to production
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Publications in machine learning, computer vision, NLP, speech
- Experience writing software and executing complex experiments involving large AI models and datasets
- Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Direct experience in generative AI and LLM research
- Fluent in Python and PyTorch (or equivalent)
ABOUT META:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $154,000/year to $217,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
AI Research Scientist Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple8

- Meta7

- TikTok5

- ByteDance4

- Scale AI4

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software16
- Electronics & Hardware8
- Social Media4
- Media & Entertainment3
- Science & Research3
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in AI research scientist jobs across Washington.
- PhD in computer science, machine learning, statistics, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Experience designing and running large-scale machine learning experiments
- Publication record in peer-reviewed venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, or ACL
- Ability to communicate research findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Familiarity with distributed training, cloud compute platforms, and experiment tracking tools
AI Research Scientist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many AI research scientist jobs are there in Washington?
There are 36+ AI research scientist openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do AI research scientists make in Washington?
AI research scientists in Washington earn a median of about $202,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,890 for the lowest 10% to over $281,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most AI research scientist jobs?
Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond have the most AI research scientist openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire AI research scientists in Washington?
Employers hiring AI research scientists in Washington include Apple, Meta, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote AI research scientist jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 6% of AI research scientist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for AI research scientist jobs in Washington?
You can apply to AI research scientist jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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