Algorithm Expert - Multimodal LLM

Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd.; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 190,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational technology company in Ontario seeks an Algorithm Expert to build and deploy industry-leading multimodal large language models. The ideal candidate holds a Master's or PhD in Computer Science, possesses 5+ years of experience in LLM, Machine Learning, and NLP, and has a strong understanding of both computer vision and natural language processing. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $190,000 to $350,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in related fields such as LLM, Machine Learning, and NLP.
• Familiar with technological evolution and applications of multimodal large models.
• Solid understanding of both computer vision and natural language processing.

Responsibilities

• Build multimodal large models including data and algorithm design.
• Deploy multimodal models in products to enhance competitiveness.
• Track advancements in multimodal models and plan technical roadmaps.

Skills

Algorithm design

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

Data engineering

Computer Vision

Education

Master's or PhD Degree in Computer Science or related fields

Job description

Overview

Huawei Canada has an immediate permanent opening for an Algorithm Expert - Multimodal LLM.

About the team

The Software Engineering Coach Lab focuses on capability improvements. Undertaking Huawei's trusted change strategy, this lab is responsible for achieving the overall goal of trusted change, and systematically carries out public capacity building and change enablement and management such as trustworthy interpretation, change framework design and guidance, process IT and management systems.

About the job

• Responsible for building multimodal large models, including but not limited to data engineering design, algorithm design, and model development, with the goal of creating industry-leading multimodal large language models.
• Responsible for deploying multimodal large models in relevant products to enhance competitiveness and support business success.
• Responsible for continuously tracking the latest technological advancements in multimodal large models from both industry and academia, and planning technical roadmaps based on product needs.
• Responsible for strengthening the algorithmic capabilities of multimodal engines by improving core competencies in algorithm theory, pre-trained models, and multi-source feature representation.

Compensation: The base salary for this position ranges from $190,000 to $350,000 depending on education, experience and demonstrated expertise.

About the ideal candidate

• Master's or PhD Degree in Computer Science or related fields such as Mathematics, Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of work experience in the related fields such as LLM, Machine Learning, and NLP.
• Familiar with the technological evolution and current industry applications of multimodal large models.
• High-quality research publications and high-impact open-source projects are assets.
• Solid understanding of both computer vision and natural language processing, with the ability to design multimodal solutions that integrate multiple modalities.
• Proficient in designing AI solutions for multimodal scenarios and capable of algorithm development and implementation.