Principal AI Researcher - Generative Models

Placements24; Randburg; Híbrido; ZAR 3.001.000 - 4.668.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work arrangement

Generous professional development预算

Comprehensive health and wellnessbenef

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Principal AI Researcher to lead research in generative models. This fully remote role offers exceptional flexibility to work from any location and to guide a team of researchers shaping the future of AI.

You will drive pioneering research on GANs, VAEs, diffusion models and transformers, design novel algorithms, and mentor staff while publishing in top AI conferences and journals. Candidates should hold a PhD in CS/AI, boast an outstanding publication record, expert

Formación

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or closely related field.
• Outstanding publication record in top-tier AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Extensive research experience in generative models and deep learning.
• Expertise in Python and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proven ability to lead research projects and mentor junior team members.

Responsabilidades

• Lead pioneering research efforts in generative models (GANs, VAEs, diffusion models, transformers).
• Conceptualize, design, and implement novel AI algorithms and architectures.
• Drive projects from ideation to publication in leading AI venues.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI researchers and engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore applications of generative models.

Conocimientos

Deep learning

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Leadership

Generative models

Educación

PhD in CS/AI

Herramientas

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in AI & Emerging Technologies, is seeking an exceptional Principal AI Researcher to spearhead research in generative models. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility to work from your preferred location. You will lead groundbreaking research initiatives, exploring the frontiers of artificial intelligence, with a particular emphasis on developing and refining advanced generative models for various applications. This role requires a profound understanding of deep learning, a strong publication record in top-tier venues, and the ability to inspire and guide a team of researchers. You will tackle some of the most challenging problems in AI, contributing to significant advancements that push the boundaries of what's possible. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI research, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field from the comfort of your own home. We are looking for visionary leaders passionate about innovation and committed to making a substantial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead pioneering research efforts in the field of generative models, including GANs, VAEs, diffusion models, and transformers.


• Conceptualize, design, and implement novel AI algorithms and architectures.


• Drive research projects from ideation through to publication in leading AI conferences and journals.


• Mentor and guide a team of talented AI researchers and engineers.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore the application of generative models in diverse domains.


• Stay at the forefront of AI research by continuously reviewing literature and attending relevant academic events.


• Develop and manage research roadmaps, setting ambitious yet achievable goals.


• Evaluate and benchmark the performance of new models and techniques.


• Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio of the company through patents and publications.


• Present research findings to internal stakeholders and the broader scientific community.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.


• An outstanding publication record in top-tier AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).


• Extensive research experience in generative models and deep learning.


• Expertise in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python) and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).


• Proven ability to lead research projects and mentor junior team members.


• Strong theoretical understanding of machine learning, statistics, and mathematics.


• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative environment.


• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed training is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant lifestyle flexibility.


• Generous professional development budget for conferences, training, and resources.


• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research with a global impact.


• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating virtual work environment.


• Significant influence on the future direction of AI research.


• Generous paid time off.


• Retirement savings plan.