Remote Principal AI Research Scientist

Placements24; Richards Bay; Remote; ZAR 3,001,000 - 4,335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Conference support

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a visionary Remote Principal AI Research Scientist to lead groundbreaking AI research from a home office. You will shape the next generation of AI through novel algorithms, models and scalable experiments, collaborating with a world-class team of researchers and engineers.

The ideal candidate has a PhD and 10+ years of post-PhD research experience with a strong publication record, and deep expertise across DL, RL, NLP, and CV.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, ML or related field.
• 10+ years of post-Ph.D. research experience with a strong publication record.
• Deep theoretical and practical knowledge in DL, RL, generative models, NLP or CV.
• Proven ability to lead complex research projects end-to-end.
• Proficiency in Python and major DL frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a remote setting.
• Experience mentoring junior researchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundamental and applied AI research.
• Develop novel AI algorithms, models and techniques.
• Publish research findings in top AI conferences/journals (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR).
• Mentor and guide junior researchers and engineers.
• Collaborate with product and engineering to translate research into applications.
• Identify emerging AI research trends and opportunities.
• Design and execute experiments, analyze results, draw conclusions.
• Present proposals and findings to internal/external audiences.
• Contribute to IP through patents/publications.
• Foster innovation and scientific rigor within the team.

Skills

AI research

Deep learning

Reinforcement learning

NLP

Computer vision

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Remote collaboration

Mentoring

Education

PhD in CS/AI

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking an visionary Remote Principal AI Research Scientist to lead groundbreaking research initiatives. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from your home office and collaborate with a world-class team of researchers and engineers. You will be responsible for pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, focusing on novel algorithms and methodologies that will define the next generation of AI capabilities. The ideal candidate is a highly accomplished researcher with a proven track record of innovation, publications in top-tier conferences, and a deep theoretical and practical understanding of AI. You will have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge areas, from advanced deep learning architectures to new paradigms in AI reasoning and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct fundamental and applied research in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Develop novel AI algorithms, models, and techniques to address challenging research problems.
• Publish research findings in leading AI conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR).
• Mentor and guide junior research scientists and engineers.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate research innovations into practical applications.
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities in AI research.
• Design and execute research experiments, analyze results, and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Present research proposals and findings to internal and external audiences.
• Contribute to the intellectual property of the company through patents and publications.
• Foster a culture of innovation and scientific rigor within the research team.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of relevant research experience post-Ph.D., with a significant publication record in top AI venues.
• Deep theoretical understanding and practical expertise in areas such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, generative models, NLP, or computer vision.
• Proven ability to lead complex research projects from conception to completion.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python and experience with major deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.
• Experience mentoring junior researchers is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and impact.

Benefits

• As a Remote Principal AI Research Scientist at WhatJobs Direct, you'll receive an exceptional compensation package including a highly competitive salary, significant stock options, and performance bonuses.
• This is a fully remote role, offering you the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the cutting edge of AI research.
• We provide comprehensive health insurance, a generous home office allowance, and support for attending top international conferences.
• Our client is committed to fostering intellectual curiosity and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and impact in the field of artificial intelligence.
• You will have access to substantial research grants and computational resources.