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Basis is a nonprofit applied AI research organization with two mutually reinforcing goals. The first is to understand and build intelligence. This means to establish the mathematical principles of what it means to reason, to learn, to make decisions, to understand, and to explain; and to construct software that implements these principles. The second is to advance society’s ability to solve intractable problems. This means expanding the scale, complexity, and breadth of problems that we can solve today, and even more importantly, accelerating our ability to solve problems in the future. To achieve these goals, we’re building both a new technological foundation that draws inspiration from how humans reason, and a new kind of collaborative organization that puts human values first.
About The Role
Research engineers support Basis’ mission by translating research ideas into correct, robust, and scalable high-quality code. We seek individuals who excel technically and value probing concepts at their foundations. Our research engineers aspire to conduct rigorous, high-quality, robust science, unafraid to tinker, make mistakes, and explore radically different ideas to achieve this. Basis is a collaborative endeavor, both internally and with our external partners; we seek individuals who relish working with others on challenges larger than those they can tackle alone.
Machine Learning Research Engineers
This role targets experts in machine learning engineering. The core areas of ML research engineering include:
- Probabilistic programming and statistical inference
- Deep learning
- Causal inference
- Program synthesis and analysis
- ML Ops and systems engineering
These areas are honed within the context of building reasoning systems. Consequently, research engineers will also engage with topics such as programming language design and implementation, automatic differentiation, and SAT/SMT solvers, among others.
We expect you to:
- Possess excellent programming and software engineering skills, especially in Julia, Python, C++, ML-family languages.
- Have demonstrated the ability to drive software projects from start to finish. This could be evidenced by open-source projects, technical reports, and publications.
- Be comfortable digesting research from PL and/or ML venues, such as PLDI, POPL, NeurIPS, or ICML.
- Progress with a high degree of autonomy and under uncertainty.
- Be enthusiastic about solving real-world problems and making a positive societal impact.
- Have demonstrated significant technical achievements within ML engineering. Examples include:
- You've implemented variants of newly published techniques from scratch.
- You built systems and workflows for training large models distributed across many machines.
- You've built systems that span all levels of the programming stack from high-level API infrastructure to close-to-the-metal code.
In addition, the following would be an advantage:
- A PhD (or equivalent experience) in technical areas including: statistics, programming languages, machine learning, computational neuroscience, cognitive science, physics, mathematics.
Responsibilities:
- Translate research ideas into correct, robust, and scalable high-quality code.
- Engage in programming language design/implementation.
- Performance engineering, scaling research code.
- Algorithm development.
- Contribute to the culture and direction of Basis.
- (Optionally) Publish and present findings in journals and conferences.
Role Details
Exceptional candidates who may not meet all of the following criteria are still encouraged to apply.
- FT/PT: This is a full-time position
- Hours: While we prioritize in-person collaboration for its benefits to creative work, there is a degree of flexibility in your working hours. Be prepared to attend multi-day Basis-wide in-person events.
- Location: This role is in-person in either New York City or Boston.
- Salary range: Competitive salary and bonuses
Privacy Notice
By submitting your application, you grant Basis permission to use your materials for both hiring evaluation and recruitment-related research and development purposes. Your information may be processed in different countries, including the US. You retain copyright while providing Basis a license to use these materials for the stated purposes.
Read our full Global Data Privacy Notice here.
Compensation Range: $120K - $180K
About Basis
Basis is a nonprofit applied AI research organization with two mutually reinforcing goals. The first is to understand and build intelligence. This means to establish the mathematical principles of what it means to reason, to learn, to make decisions, to understand, and to explain; and to construct software that implements these principles. The second is to advance society’s ability to solve intractable problems. This means expanding the scale, complexity, and breadth of problems that we can solve today, and even more importantly, accelerating our ability to solve problems in the future. To achieve these goals, we’re building both a new technological foundation that draws inspiration from how humans reason, and a new kind of collaborative organization that puts human values first.
About The Role
Research engineers support Basis’ mission by translating research ideas into correct, robust, and scalable high-quality code. We seek individuals who excel technically and value probing concepts at their foundations. Our research engineers aspire to conduct rigorous, high-quality, robust science, unafraid to tinker, make mistakes, and explore radically different ideas to achieve this. Basis is a collaborative endeavor, both internally and with our external partners; we seek individuals who relish working with others on challenges larger than those they can tackle alone.
Machine Learning Research Engineers
This role targets experts in machine learning engineering. The core areas of ML research engineering include:
- Probabilistic programming and statistical inference
- Deep learning
- Causal inference
- Program synthesis and analysis
- ML Ops and systems engineering
These areas are honed within the context of building reasoning systems. Consequently, research engineers will also engage with topics such as programming language design and implementation, automatic differentiation, and SAT/SMT solvers, among others.
We expect you to:
- Possess excellent programming and software engineering skills, especially in Julia, Python, C++, ML-family languages.
- Have demonstrated the ability to drive software projects from start to finish. This could be evidenced by open-source projects, technical reports, and publications.
- Be comfortable digesting research from PL and/or ML venues, such as PLDI, POPL, NeurIPS, or ICML.
- Progress with a high degree of autonomy and under uncertainty.
- Be enthusiastic about solving real-world problems and making a positive societal impact.
- Have demonstrated significant technical achievements within ML engineering. Examples include:
- You've implemented variants of newly published techniques from scratch.
- You built systems and workflows for training large models distributed across many machines.
- You've built systems that span all levels of the programming stack from high-level API infrastructure to close-to-the-metal code.
In addition, the following would be an advantage:
- A PhD (or equivalent experience) in technical areas including: statistics, programming languages, machine learning, computational neuroscience, cognitive science, physics, mathematics.
Responsibilities:
- Translate research ideas into correct, robust, and scalable high-quality code.
- Engage in programming language design/implementation.
- Performance engineering, scaling research code.
- Algorithm development.
- Contribute to the culture and direction of Basis.
- (Optionally) Publish and present findings in journals and conferences.
Role Details
Exceptional candidates who may not meet all of the following criteria are still encouraged to apply.
- FT/PT: This is a full-time position
- Hours: While we prioritize in-person collaboration for its benefits to creative work, there is a degree of flexibility in your working hours. Be prepared to attend multi-day Basis-wide in-person events.
- Location: This role is in-person in either New York City or Boston.
- Salary range: Competitive salary and bonuses
Privacy Notice
By submitting your application, you grant Basis permission to use your materials for both hiring evaluation and recruitment-related research and development purposes. Your information may be processed in different countries, including the US. You retain copyright while providing Basis a license to use these materials for the stated purposes.
Read our full Global Data Privacy Notice here.
Compensation Range: $120K - $180K
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Align your research background to the role
Basis Research Institute evaluates Research Engineers on demonstrated applied research output. Before applying, map your publications, technical reports, or lab projects directly to the specific research domain listed in the job posting. Generic applications get filtered out quickly.
Confirm your OPT or CPT authorization early
If you're on F-1 status, verify your OPT start date and STEM extension eligibility before your first interview. Research roles can have longer hiring cycles, and your authorized period needs to cover the full onboarding window without a gap.
Ask directly about H-1B petition timing during offer stage
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed in April for an October start. When you receive an offer, confirm whether the company files before or after the lottery and whether they offer premium processing to reduce uncertainty on your start date.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Research Engineer roles at Basis Research Institute by visa type. This saves time identifying which open positions are listed alongside sponsorship support, so you're targeting roles where your immigration pathway is already accounted for.
Prepare your specialty occupation documentation ahead of I-129
For H-1B sponsorship, USCIS requires evidence that the Research Engineer role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather your degree transcripts, any credential evaluations for non-U.S. degrees, and a detailed description of your research responsibilities to support the petition.
Understand how J-1 research appointments are structured
J-1 visas for research roles require a host institution program sponsor and come with a two-year home residence requirement in some cases. Clarify with Basis Research Institute whether the role qualifies under a J-1 research scholar category and whether a waiver pathway exists.
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Does Basis Research Institute sponsor H-1B visas for Research Engineers?
Yes, Basis Research Institute sponsors H-1B visas for Research Engineer roles. The company has filed H-1B petitions for this function, making it a viable option if you're currently in status and need transfer sponsorship or if you're entering the cap lottery. Confirm petition timing during the offer stage, since cap-subject H-1B filings follow a fixed April window for October starts.
Which visa types are commonly used for Research Engineer roles at Basis Research Institute?
Basis Research Institute supports H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 pathways for Research Engineer positions. F-1 OPT and CPT are common entry points for recent graduates, while H-1B and TN are typical for longer-term employment. J-1 is used for research appointments with specific program structures. The right pathway depends on your citizenship, degree status, and career stage.
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You can browse and apply for Research Engineer roles at Basis Research Institute directly through Migrate Mate, which filters open positions by visa sponsorship type so you can identify relevant opportunities efficiently. When applying, tailor your application to the specific research domain in the job description and include any publications, technical projects, or lab experience that demonstrates applied research capability in that area.
What qualifications and experience are expected for Research Engineer roles at Basis Research Institute?
Research Engineer roles at Basis Research Institute typically require a graduate degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline, along with hands-on research experience. Candidates who can demonstrate independent research output such as publications, conference presentations, or technical reports are competitive. Familiarity with the specific research methodology or tooling referenced in the job posting strengthens your application considerably over a generalist background.
How do I plan my timeline when pursuing a Research Engineer role with visa sponsorship at Basis Research Institute?
Timeline planning depends on your current visa status. F-1 OPT applicants should apply at least three to four months before their authorized period ends to account for a multi-stage research hiring process. H-1B transfers can begin on the receipt date, reducing risk during transitions. For cap-subject H-1B filings, expect an October 1 start date at the earliest, which means coordinating your offer timing accordingly with the employer.
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