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LLM Inference Optimization Engineer

About Preferred Networks

Preferred Networks is an AI company based in Tokyo working across the stack, from AI chips and computing infrastructure to LLMs and products. You may already know us indirectly if you\'ve used software we\'ve built, such as Optuna or CuPy (or Chainer, back in the day). We are designing in-house chips (MN-Core series) and training LLMs (PLaMo series). Our team is actively hiring for two roles related to these endeavors.

Job Description

Role to improve the inference engine powering our API service and maintain PLaMo implementations in open source projects such as vLLM. Focus on performance, scalability, and reliability of the API while collaborating with MN-Core teams. This role requires relocation to Japan with visa and relocation support provided.

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Remote Conditions

Remote within Japan; relocation to Japan required; visa and relocation support provided.

Salary

Not Specified

Benefits

Visa and relocation support

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Date Listed

04 August, 2026 (about 2 months ago)
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