AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in Washington DC, United States
Mid-level AI / LLM Evaluation QAs in Washington DC earn about $110k gross a year ($110k), with most offers between $90k and $130k. Washington DC has about 690,000 residents and is the 20th largest of the 62 United States cities we list. No AI / LLM Evaluation QA listing is based here today; United States has 32, and remote roles can be done from Washington DC.
AI / LLM Evaluation QA roles near Washington DC
No AI / LLM Evaluation QA listing is based in Washington DC 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.
Research Scientist, AI Evaluation Science
AI Native, QA Engineer
Data Scientist, AI/ML Model Quality
Senior Software Engineer, AI Evaluation Infrastructure
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 Washington DC
Gross annual pay in USD. Washington DC is 1.06× the United States median (+6%), which is $100k at mid-level.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | $62k | $75k | $92k | $75k | |
| Mid-level | $90k | $110k | $130k | $110k | |
| Senior | $130k | $160k | $190k | $160k | |
| Lead | $170k | $200k | $250k | $200k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. Full AI / LLM Evaluation QA salary page for Washington DC.
What a AI / LLM Evaluation QA does in Washington DC
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
Washington DC is on America/New York. A 09:00-17:00 day shares 8 h with US East, 3 h with London and 2 h with Central Europe.
AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in other United States cities
Other QA roles in Washington DC
QA jobs, time zone and hiring facts for Washington DC · AI / LLM Evaluation QA role guide · Hire a AI / LLM Evaluation QA
AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in Washington DC: FAQ
How much does a AI / LLM Evaluation QA earn in Washington DC?
A mid-level AI / LLM Evaluation QA in Washington DC earns a median of $110k a year ($110k), with a p10 to p90 range of $90k to $130k. Junior pay starts near $75k, senior pay is $160k and leads reach $200k.
Are there AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in Washington DC?
No AI / LLM Evaluation QA listing is based in Washington DC today, but United States has 32 and AI / LLM Evaluation QA roles open to remote candidates in the same time zone are common. Tell us your city and we alert you when a local role opens.
How does Washington DC pay compare with the rest of United States?
Washington DC ranks 6th of 62 United States cities we track for AI / LLM Evaluation QA pay, at 1.06x the national median (+6%). The national mid-level median is $100k, so Washington DC is above it. Against the US it is 10% above the US median of $100k.
What skills do AI / LLM Evaluation QA jobs in Washington DC 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 Washington DC?
Washington DC is on America/New York. A 09:00-17:00 day shares about 8 h with US East, 3 h with London and 2 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 Washington DC 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 Washington DC starts at the higher of the city and national median.