Remote Principal AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybride; ZAR 1 800 000 - 2 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stock options

Remote work benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance

Home office stipend

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Remote Principal AI Research Scientist to lead fundamental AI research and develop novel algorithms. You will mentor researchers, shape research directions, and contribute to publications and patents while collaborating with a globally distributed team.

The role demands deep ML theory, hands-on DL/NLP/CV expertise, and strong leadership in a remote setting. Competitive compensation, stock options, and comprehensive remote benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, ML or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of post-PhD research or industry R&D experience in AI/ML.
• Proven track record of publications, patents or open-source contributions.
• Strong theoretical and practical ML, DL and statistical modeling knowledge.
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX).
• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed computing.
• Excellent communication and remote-team leadership skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead pioneering AI research across core areas: DL, RL, NLP, CV.
• Develop novel algorithms addressing open research problems.
• Design and run rigorous experiments to validate hypotheses.
• Mentor senior researchers and engineers in a remote team.
• Publish findings in top AI venues and contribute to patents.
• Stay current with AI advances and translate research to production.
• Communicate progress to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to robust, production-grade AI systems through reviews.

Connaissances

Deep learning

Reinforcement learning

Natural language processing

Computer vision

Python

Research leadership

Formation

PhD in Computer Science or AI

Outils

TensorFlow

PyTorch

JAX

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation and is seeking a visionary **Remote Principal AI Research Scientist** to join their globally distributed team. This fully remote position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of machine learning and deep learning by driving fundamental research and developing novel AI algorithms. You will be instrumental in tackling complex challenges across various domains, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI. As a principal scientist, you will lead research initiatives, mentor talented engineers and researchers, and contribute to high-impact publications and patents. The role demands a deep theoretical understanding of machine learning principles, a proven track record of innovation, and the ability to translate cutting-edge research into practical applications. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the AI landscape from the comfort of your home office, collaborating with a diverse and brilliant team without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pioneering research in core areas of Artificial Intelligence, including deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, and computer vision.
• Develop novel algorithms and models to address challenging, open-ended research problems.
• Design and implement experiments to validate research hypotheses and assess model performance.
• Collaborate effectively with a remote team of researchers and engineers from diverse backgrounds.
• Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Mentor junior researchers and provide technical leadership on complex projects.
• Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio through patent filings.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning by reading academic papers and attending virtual conferences.
• Communicate research progress and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Actively participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of robust, production-ready AI systems.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or equivalent industry research experience in AI/ML.
• Demonstrated track record of significant contributions to the AI research community (publications, patents, open-source contributions).
• Deep theoretical understanding and practical expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and statistical modeling.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed computing.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities and experience mentoring research teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple research priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Generous stock options package.
• Comprehensive remote work benefits, including home office stipend and tech allowance.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, learning, and conference attendance.
• Work on cutting-edge AI problems with a world-class research team.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate global collaboration.
• Direct impact on shaping the future of AI technology.