Research Scientist
$210k - $360k • San Francisco • FullTime
Posted 5mo ago
Job Location
San Francisco
Tech Stack
Remote Work Policy
On-site
Employment Type
FullTime
Categories
Machine Learning Engineer
About the job
David AI is seeking a Research Scientist to join our Machine Learning team, which operates at the intersection of cutting-edge research and production systems. This role involves transforming raw audio into high-signal data for leading AI labs and enterprises, owning the full ML lifecycle from research to deployment. You will build and deploy speech and audio models, production inference systems, and resilient pipelines that demonstrate the power of high-quality data. The ideal candidate will contribute to pushing the frontier of audio AI.
Responsibilities
- Research, design, and implement solutions using signal processing, algorithms, and cutting-edge ML models for speech and audio applications.
- Develop production-grade inference algorithms, pipelines, and APIs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Gather training and evaluation datasets with the Operations team to enhance model quality.
- Architect systems for resilient, durable inference and evaluations.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional audio ML experience, including DSP and ML audio algorithm development.
- Experience with end-to-end ownership of ML pipelines, from proof-of-concept to production deployment.
- Strong coding skills in Python and proficiency with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch.
- Ability to translate research papers into production-ready code.
- Experience deploying ML systems for production inference using cloud technologies.
- Track record of setting ML roadmaps, influencing technical direction, and prioritizing research/infrastructure investments.
- Ability to assess model quality in the context of user experience and business value.
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Top-notch health, dental, and vision coverage (100% coverage for most plans)
- FSA & HSA access
- 401k access
- Meals 2x daily through DoorDash
- Snacks and beverages available at the office
- Unlimited company-sponsored Barry's classes