GitHub – Staff Research Engineer (Remote, UK)
Role Overview:
* Join the GitHub Next team, creators of GitHub Copilot and other groundbreaking developer tools.
* Focus on building working prototypes that explore the future of software development.
* Not an academic role—emphasis on execution, experimentation, and iteration.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and build rapid prototypes to test new ideas and user experiences.
* Work in small, cross-functional squads to explore new developer tools.
* Tackle complex UX challenges with limited prior solutions.
* Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product thinkers across GitHub.
Required Qualifications:
* 6+ years of experience in software development, machine learning, or related fields (or equivalent education/experience).
* Strong frontend development skills (e.g., React, TypeScript, Svelte).
* Proven ability to prototype quickly and communicate ideas clearly.
* Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Preferred Experience:
* Knowledge of LLMs, machine learning, or backend systems.
* Experience with open-source, DevOps, or production-scale software.
* Familiarity with GitHub’s ecosystem and developer workflows.
Why Join:
* Startup agility + GitHub resources.
* Shape the next generation of developer tools.
* Remote-first culture, diverse and inclusive team.
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