AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in San Jose, United States
A mid-level AI / LLM Evaluation QA in San Jose earns a median of $120k a year ($120k gross). San Jose has about 1 million residents and is the 12th largest of the 62 United States cities we list. PassRidge lists 1 open AI / LLM Evaluation QA role based here.
AI / LLM Evaluation QA roles near San Jose
No AI / LLM Evaluation QA listing is based in San Jose today, so these are the nearest in United States, then the levels we place here. Placement pay starts at the higher of the city and national median.
AI and Automation Engineer - Business Systems
Research Scientist, AI Evaluation Science
AI Native, QA Engineer
Data Scientist, AI/ML Model Quality
Junior AI Quality Analyst
AI Quality Analyst
Senior AI Quality Analyst
Lead AI Quality Analyst
"Talent pipeline" cards are the levels we place, not an employer's vacancy. Real postings are labelled "Market listing". How pay is set.
AI / LLM Evaluation QA pay by level in San Jose
Gross annual pay in USD. San Jose is 1.20× the United States median (+20%), which is $100k at mid-level.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | $70k | $85k | $100k | $85k | |
| Mid-level | $100k | $120k | $150k | $120k | |
| Senior | $150k | $180k | $220k | $180k | |
| Lead | $190k | $230k | $280k | $230k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. Full AI / LLM Evaluation QA salary page for San Jose.
What a AI / LLM Evaluation QA does in San Jose
Evaluates model outputs, writes rubrics and builds regression sets for AI features.
- Write evaluation rubrics and golden datasets
- Rate and compare model outputs at scale
- Red-team prompts for safety and policy gaps
- Build regression suites for prompt and model changes
- Report quality metrics to product teams
Skills and stack employers ask for
Tools named most often
Time zone
San Jose is on America/Los Angeles. A 09:00-17:00 day shares 5 h with US East, 0 h with London and 0 h with Central Europe.
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AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in San Jose: FAQ
How much does a AI / LLM Evaluation QA earn in San Jose?
A mid-level AI / LLM Evaluation QA in San Jose earns a median of $120k a year ($120k), with a p10 to p90 range of $100k to $150k. Junior pay starts near $85k, senior pay is $180k and leads reach $230k.
Are there AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in San Jose?
Yes: 1 open AI / LLM Evaluation QA role is based in San Jose right now, 1 of them remote, and 32 in United States. Tell us your city and we alert you when a local role opens.
How does San Jose pay compare with the rest of United States?
San Jose ranks 2nd of 62 United States cities we track for AI / LLM Evaluation QA pay, at 1.20x the national median (+20%). The national mid-level median is $100k, so San Jose is above it. Against the US it is 20% above the US median of $100k.
What skills do AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in San Jose ask for?
Evaluates model outputs, writes rubrics and builds regression sets for AI features. Typical requirements: Prompting, Evaluation design, Python, Domain expertise, Annotation tools. The tools named most often are Python, Jira, Postman.
Can a AI / LLM Evaluation QA work with US or European teams from San Jose?
San Jose is on America/Los Angeles. A 09:00-17:00 day shares about 5 h with US East, 0 h with London and 0 h with Central Europe. 85% of AI / LLM Evaluation QA roles are remote-friendly.
How do I get a AI / LLM Evaluation QA job in San Jose with PassRidge?
Tell us your level and stack in the form on this page. A recruiter sends matching roles with the pay shown upfront; it is free for candidates and nothing goes to an employer without your written OK. Our placement range for San Jose starts at the higher of the city and national median.