ML Research Engineer

CYNAPSE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Flexible hours

Learning & development

Job summary

cynapse.ai is seeking a talented ML Research Engineer to join the Agentic AI Lab. You will work on AI research, focusing on large language and vision-language models to address real-world video intelligence challenges.

You will have opportunities to design multi-step agentic workflows, run rigorous experiments, and translate research into production-grade solutions with measurable business impact. This role offers learning from experienced researchers and growth in a cutting-edge environment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering/Mathematics or related field.
• Strong foundation in deep learning fundamentals, including optimization methods, loss functions, model architectures, and training dynamics.
• Hands-on experience with transformer-based models in CV or NLP domains.
• Familiarity with current AI research trends and developments.
• Solid programming skills with data structures and algorithms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Implement solutions using LLMs or VLMs for real-world challenges.
• Design and develop agentic AI systems using structured workflows to solve tasks autonomously.
• Conduct rigorous experiments to validate models, including data preparation and evaluation.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept systems to validate innovative ideas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research into production-ready solutions.
• Deliver research projects on time with a strong focus on business impact.

Skills

Deep learning

Transformers

Programming skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher (CS/Engineering/Math)

Master’s degree or higher

PhD

Tools

Python

Git

Job description

About cynapse.ai

cynapse.ai is a leading AI software company specializing in enterprise-grade Video Intelligence Solutions Powered by Generative AI, tailored to meet the unique challenges of various industries. Our vertical-specific solutions empower organizations to enhance safety, operational efficiency, and security in complex environments such as roads, seaports, airports, and cities. By combining advanced Vision AI with Generative AI, we continually push the boundaries of video analytics, delivering insights and automation that transform operations.

Headquartered from US, cynapse.ai serves clients worldwide, redefining what's possible with video intelligence.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated ML Research Engineer to join our Agentic AI Lab. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI and has a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and large language or vision-language models.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to learn from experienced researchers, contribute to cutting-edge AI research, and help drive innovation in our enterprise grade video intelligence solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement solutions using advanced large language models (LLMs) or vision language models (VLMs) to address real-world challenges.
• Design and develop agentic AI systems using structured, multi-step workflows to solve complex tasks autonomously.
• Conduct rigorous experiments to validate models and tasks, including data preparation, ensuring reliability and performance.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept systems to validate innovative ideas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, and business) to translate research into production-ready solutions.
• Deliver research projects on time with a strong focus on practical, measurable business impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in deep learning fundamentals, including optimization methods, loss functions, model architectures, and training dynamics.
• Hands‑on experience with transformer‑based models in either computer vision or NLP domains.
• Familiarity with the latest research trends and developments in AI.
• Solid programming skills, with a strong grasp of data structures and algorithms.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, a solid foundation in logical reasoning, and effective communication and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher; a PhD is a strong plus.
• High‑impact publications in top‑tier AI conferences or journals (e.g., ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR, TPAMI, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ACL, EMNLP, ICRA).
• Knowledgeable in transfer learning strategies, including fine‑tuning and distillation of foundation models for downstream applications
• Exposure to any other machine learning domains such as reinforcement learning, edge AI, speech recognition, diffusion models, robotics learning, recommender systems, time‑series forecasting or related areas

Personal Competencies

• Innovative, motivated, and a quick learner with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in small, agile teams.
• A high degree of ownership and attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering robust and high‑quality software solutions.
• Adaptable and open to learning new technologies and processes

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and a generous stock option package
• Unique opportunity to work with a talented global team on cutting edge technologies
• Exciting work environment with flexible hours

Note: Due to the nature of the role, the position is considered for candidates who are only based in Singapore

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