AI Research Engineer - Generative Models

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1,983,000 - 3,305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Impactful AI projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative AI Research Engineer focused on Generative Models to join their distributed team in a fully remote capacity. You will research, develop, and implement advanced generative models for creative and analytical applications, from text and images to code.

The role emphasizes collaboration with researchers and engineers, staying current with advancements, and producing robust, scalable code.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on AI research focusing on generative models.
• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and implement novel generative models (GANs, VAEs, diffusion).
• Train models on large-scale datasets for image synthesis, text generation, and data augmentation.
• Evaluate and benchmark the performance and quality of generative models.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to integrate AI into products and features.
• Stay current with advances in generative AI and identify application opportunities.
• Develop robust, scalable code for research experiments and prototypes.

Skills

Python

Research experience

Generative models

Distributed training

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science/AI/ML

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative AI Research Engineer focused on Generative Models to join their pioneering team, operating in a fully remote capacity. This role is at the cutting edge of AI, where you will be responsible for researching, developing, and implementing advanced generative models for various creative and analytical applications. You will work with a talented team of researchers and engineers to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI-generated content, from text and images to code and more. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking AI research and development from anywhere, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within a distributed team. We are looking for passionate individuals eager to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, design, and implement novel generative models, including GANs, VAEs, and diffusion models.
• Develop and train models on large-scale datasets for applications such as image synthesis, text generation, and data augmentation.
• Evaluate and benchmark the performance and quality of generative models.
• Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to integrate generative AI capabilities into new products and features.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in generative AI research and identify opportunities for application.
• Develop robust and scalable code for research experiments and prototypes.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in AI research, with a strong focus on generative models.
• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Solid understanding of deep learning architectures and optimization techniques.
• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed training is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity options.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, including attending conferences and workshops.
• Opportunity to work on highly impactful, state-of-the-art AI research projects.