Senior Research Scientist
Pinecone
About this role
A Senior Research Scientist at Pinecone is responsible for evaluating and implementing advanced AI, information retrieval (IR), and search techniques to enhance Pinecone's knowledge products. The role involves conducting research, training models, and creating proof of concepts for new features, as well as publishing technical findings. This position requires a Ph.D. in a relevant field and a strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals related to machine learning and data science.
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About Pinecone
pinecone.ioPinecone is a cutting-edge vector database designed to enhance AI-driven applications through advanced search capabilities. It allows developers to efficiently search through billions of data points and find similar objects in milliseconds, making it a powerful tool for building knowledgeable AI systems. Known for its simplicity and scalability, Pinecone provides a robust API that enables businesses to integrate intelligent search functionalities seamlessly into their platforms.
Recent company news
AI database startup Pinecone weighs sale amid rising competition
Aug 31, 2025
Exclusive: Pinecone founder Edo Liberty moves from CEO to Chief Scientist, names Googler Ash Ashutosh as leader
Sep 8, 2025
Top-Funded AI Database Startup Pinecone Considers a Sale
Aug 28, 2025
Pinecone Founder Edo Liberty to Spearhead Pinecone's Growing AI Ambitions; Appoints Ash Ashutosh as CEO to Expand Vector Database Market Leadership
Sep 8, 2025
Pinecone to Speed Up Generative AI for Microsoft Azure and Azure OpenAI Service Customers
Jan 12, 2026
About Pinecone
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$215k – $255k
per year
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