Senior AI Researcher - Natural Language Processing

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Top-tier salary

Equity options

Health, dental, vision

Home office stipend

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Researcher specialized in Natural Language Processing to join a world-class research team. This remote-first role focuses on developing cutting-edge NLP models for translation, summarization, dialogue systems, and information extraction, with emphasis on publication in top venues.

You will lead experiments, collaborate with distributed researchers, and contribute to roadmaps while driving research initiatives from your home office.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent research experience in NLP or AI.
• 5+ years of NLP research with publications or significant open-source contributions.
• Expertise in Transformers, LSTMs, and CNNs for NLP.
• Strong Python with Hugging Face Transformers, NLTK, spaCy.
• Proficiency with TensorFlow or PyTorch and large-scale text data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied NLP research.
• Develop novel algorithms for translation, summarization, and dialogue systems.
• Implement and fine-tune deep learning NLP models using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate model performance and scalability.
• Analyze large text datasets to extract insights and patterns.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to integrate NLP solutions into products.
• Publish research findings in leading AI conferences and journals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the team’s technical expertise.
• Contribute to research roadmaps and proposals.

Skills

Python

NLP

Transformers

Deep learning

Education

PhD in NLP/related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Hugging Face Transformers

NLTK

spaCy

Job description

About the Role

This is a fully remote opportunity for a Senior AI Researcher specializing in Natural Language Processing (NLP), working with our client. You will be joining a world-class research team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Your primary focus will be on developing and implementing cutting‑edge NLP models for a variety of applications, including text generation, sentiment analysis, information extraction, and question answering. As a remote‑first researcher, you will have the autonomy to drive research initiatives, collaborate with globally distributed colleagues, and publish your findings in top‑tier AI conferences and journals. The ideal candidate will have a deep theoretical understanding of NLP techniques, extensive hands‑on experience with deep learning frameworks, and a proven track record of innovation in the field. This role offers the chance to work on challenging, impactful projects with significant industry influence, all from the comfort of your home office. We value creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative spirit.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in Natural Language Processing and understanding.
• Develop novel algorithms and models for tasks such as machine translation, summarization, and dialogue systems.
• Implement and fine‑tune deep learning models using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate model performance and scalability.
• Analyze large text datasets to extract insights and identify patterns.
• Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to integrate NLP solutions into products and services.
• Stay current with the latest research trends and publications in NLP and AI.
• Publish research findings in leading AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ACL) and journals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the team’s technical expertise.
• Contribute to the development of research roadmaps and proposals.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent research experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field, with a specialization in NLP.
• 5+ years of research experience in NLP, demonstrated through publications in top‑tier venues or significant contributions to open‑source projects.
• Expertise in deep learning architectures for NLP, such as Transformers, LSTMs, and CNNs.
• Strong programming skills in Python, with extensive experience using NLP libraries (e.g., Hugging Face Transformers, NLTK, spaCy).
• Proficiency with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Solid understanding of statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and experimental design.
• Experience working with large‑scale text data and distributed computing environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• As a fully remote position, our client offers unparalleled flexibility and work‑life balance.
• The compensation package includes a top‑tier salary, significant performance bonuses, and equity options.
• We provide a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a generous home office stipend.
• Professional development is highly valued, with support for conference attendance and continuous learning.
• This role, theoretically based in Randburg, Gauteng , allows you to make a global impact from anywhere.
• We foster a culture of innovation and intellectual curiosity, offering substantial opportunities for career advancement within our leading AI research division.
• Enjoy the freedom and autonomy of remote work while contributing to the forefront of AI innovation.