Epoch AI

Overview

Epoch AI is a research institute that investigates trends in machine learning and the economic and societal consequences of artificial intelligence (AI). The organization provides data-driven insights to inform governance and strategic planning related to AI to policymakers, academic researchers, industry analysts, journalists, and non-profit organizations. It offers services such as commissioned research, model evaluations, and consultations to companies, non-profits, and government bodies. Epoch AI's products include reports, models, and visualizations. Its tools and benchmarks include the Epoch Capabilities Index (ECI), an AI Data Centers explorer, an AI Models database, an AI Chip Sales dataset, FrontierMath, and MirrorCode.

Culture

Epoch AI operates as a fully remote organization, offering flexible work hours and schedules for most roles. While applications are welcome from all time zones, some roles prefer candidates who can overlap with UTC-8 (Pacific Time) and UTC (Greenwich Mean Time). The organization encourages attendance at three annual team retreats. Epoch AI is committed to an inclusive, equitable, and supportive community. It provides paid access to local coworking spaces if desired.

• Fully remote environment with flexible work hours
• Three annual team retreats are encouraged
• Commitment to an inclusive, equitable, and supportive community
• Paid access to local coworking spaces available

Technology Story

Epoch AI uses SPF, Viewport Meta, IPhone / Mobile Compatible, SSL by Default, DMARC, LetsEncrypt, U.S. Server Location, Google Font API, IPv6, and Google Apps for Business. Job postings indicate the use of coding agents to assist in analyzing tasks within benchmarks. Familiarity with evaluation frameworks like Inspect is mentioned for Software Engineer roles. The organization's expense policy allows for unlimited spending on AI tools, and comfort with AI coding tools is noted for some positions. Epoch AI utilizes Lever for applicant tracking. Python proficiency is noted for Researcher roles, and Python libraries such as Matplotlib/Plotly are referenced for Senior Product Designer roles. Figma is used for design work, including auto-layout and components.

Why Work Here

• Fully remote environment, including flexible work hours and schedules for most roles
• Paid work trips, including 3 staff retreats per year and relevant conferences
• Access to well-equipped offices in Berkeley, California, including paid meals, snacks, and a gym; all staff have access for at least 20 days each year
• Reimbursement for coworking space is an option

Benefits and Perks

• Annual salaries range from $95,000 to $325,000 USD, depending on location, seniority, and experience
• Salaries are not restricted to USD and are usually paid in local currencies
• Comprehensive health insurance program, including supplemental benefits specific to local country laws
• Life insurance and pension plan, if applicable in country of residence
• No specific annual limit on paid time off (PTO), with 30 protected days, and unlimited personal and sick leave
• 4 months paid parental leave for permanent staff with at least 12 months of tenure (prorated if less than 12 months); up to 6 months (paid + unpaid) for some roles
• Flexible and generous expense policy for equipment, productivity tools, and learning/development, including unlimited spending on AI tools (subject to regulations and manager approval)