Described as the "Uber of Content," Social Native is a marketplace technology company providing brands the ability to scale high-quality content creation and optimize their cross-channel digital marketing strategies. By connecting brands and agencies with a diverse network of creators, we provide data-driven insights, streamline content production, and improve performance across social and e-commerce channels. Brands like Unilever, Adidas, L'Oréal, Crocs, and Nestlé trust Social Native to enhance their paid and organic social strategies through user-generated content (UGC), branded content, and content editing solutions, ensuring they have the right creative assets to drive engagement and conversions.
We are now hiring an AI R&D Fellow to join our Los Angeles office. This is an in-person, entry-level opportunity to work directly with the CEO and help prototype AI-powered solutions across sales, marketing, ops, and product functions. If you're early in your career, passionate about emerging technologies, and looking to gain hands-on startup experience-this role is your launchpad.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate directly with the CEO and leadership team to identify opportunities to implement AI agents across various business units.
- Rapidly build and iterate on internal tools and prototypes using state-of-the-art AI technologies such as GPT-4, Claude, and LangChain.
- Explore and test emerging AI APIs, LLMs, and automation frameworks to improve operational efficiency and unlock new capabilities.
- Conduct technical research and stay current on developments in the AI / ML space to inform strategic decisions.
- Work cross-functionally with product, marketing, and operations teams to deploy AI solutions that solve real-world challenges.
- Take ownership of end-to-end projects in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
What We're Looking For
0-3 years of experience, ideally including technical internships, independent projects, or academic research in AI / ML, software development, or automation.Recent graduate or early-career candidate with a strong academic background-high GPA and demonstrated intellectual curiosity.Passion for AI and emerging technologies, with a hacker mentality and a willingness to experiment and iterate quickly.Proficiency in Python and familiarity with AI / LLM tooling (e.g. OpenAI, Claude, LangChain, Pinecone, Hugging Face, etc.).Ability to solve complex problems, break down ambiguous goals, and execute with minimal oversight.Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.Must be based in Los Angeles and available to work onsite from our West Hollywood office.Why Join Social Native?
Direct access to executive leadership and decision-making.Opportunity to build with cutting-edge AI tools and shape early-stage prototypes.Real ownership over high-impact workstreams.Front-row seat to startup life, working inside a venture-backed company serving the world's top brands.