Generative AI Audio Codec & Standards Engineer

TikTok; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok in Sydney is seeking a highly skilled AI Audio Codec researcher to lead the development of a full-band, high-compression AI audio codec using generative models. You will explore architectures like VQ-VAE, GAN, and diffusion, and contribute to international standards efforts.

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to advance immersive audio standards for video and live experiences, while publishing influential work and communicating complex concepts in English.

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science or related fields with strong research background.
• Ability to model digital signals and AI/deep learning algorithms and validate systems.
• Experience participating in international standard formulation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop a high compression rate full-band AI audio codec algorithm using generative frameworks.
• Research model architectures such as VQ-VAE, GAN, and diffusion for audio representations.
• Contribute to domestic and international audio standards and supporting systems.

Skills

AI research

English communication

Standards work

Education

PhD in related fields

Job description

TikTok in Sydney is seeking a highly skilled AI Audio Codec researcher to lead the development of a full-band, high-compression AI audio codec using generative models. You will explore architectures like VQ-VAE, GAN, and diffusion, and contribute to international standards efforts.

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to advance immersive audio standards for video and live experiences, while publishing influential work and communicating complex concepts in English.