Research Science Manager, Foundation Models
Leads Applied ML Research team focused on computer vision and foundation models for AI content creation and world simulation. Requires 5+ years research experience, 1+ year managing teams, and skills in productionizing ML research.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Manage and grow the Applied ML Research team to create cutting-edge machine learning tools for AI-based content creation.
- Enable researchers to develop state-of-the-art research in computer vision and foundation models.
- Oversee transition from research into production with engineering organization.
- Collaborate with Product team to initiate and develop research projects delivering user value.
- Translate product and business objectives into technical strategies.
- Communicate goals, drive project execution, and inspire through others.
Requirements
- 5+ years of industry experience as a research scientist in computer vision.
- 1+ year managing teams.
- High emotional intelligence and experience mentoring and supporting career growth of researchers.
- Good understanding of productionizing state-of-the-art ML research.
Nice-to-haves
- Deep interest in foundation models and world simulation AI.
Skills
Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Foundation Models, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Research Management, Production Ml, Generative AI, Transformers
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