Senior AI Research Scientist - Generative Models (Remote-First)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Conference access and training

Academic collaboration

Remote-first work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior AI Research Scientist specializing in Generative Models for a fully remote role. You will lead research on GANs, VAEs, diffusion models, and LLMs, and collaborate with a global team to translate prototypes into production systems.

You will publish in top conferences, mentor junior researchers, and help shape the strategic roadmap for generative AI at our client. Must have a PhD and 5+ years of AI/ML research experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, AI or related field with specialization in generative models.
• 5+ years of research experience in AI/ML focusing on generative modeling.
• Proven ability to implement and train GANs/VAEs/diffusion models or LLMs.
• Proficient in Python and DL frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX).

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in generative models (GANs, VAEs, diffusion models, LLMs).
• Design and evaluate novel generative architectures and training methods.
• Develop algorithms for image synthesis, text generation, and data augmentation.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate research into production-ready systems.
• Publish findings in top AI conferences and journals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to team output.
• Interpret experimental results to guide future research directions.
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap for generative AI.

Skills

Generative modeling

GANs

VAEs

Diffusion models

Large language models

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

JAX

Distributed training

Remote work

Research leadership

Education

PhD in CS/AI or related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

JAX

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a frontrunner in AI innovation, is actively recruiting a Senior AI Research Scientist specializing in Generative Models to join their distinguished, fully remote team. This role is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking AI capabilities, focusing on advanced techniques for content creation, data augmentation, and novel applications of generative adversarial networks (GANs) and transformer-based models. As a remote-first organization, we champion flexibility and empower our researchers to achieve breakthroughs from anywhere in the world. You will lead research projects, conceptualize new model architectures, and contribute to high-impact publications and patents. The ideal candidate possesses a deep theoretical foundation in generative modeling, coupled with extensive practical experience in implementing and scaling these complex systems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI-driven content generation and explore the creative potential of machine intelligence. You will collaborate with a talented group of scientists and engineers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in generative models, including GANs, VAEs, diffusion models, and large language models.
• Design, implement, and evaluate novel generative architectures and training methodologies.
• Develop algorithms for complex tasks such as image synthesis, text generation, and data augmentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research prototypes into production-ready systems.
• Stay abreast of the latest research in generative AI and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences and journals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the team's scientific output.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental results to guide future research directions.
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap for generative AI at our client.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field with a specialization in generative models.
• 5+ years of research experience in AI/ML, with a strong focus on generative modeling.
• Proven expertise in implementing and training GANs, VAEs, diffusion models, or large language models.
• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
• Demonstrated ability to publish research in leading AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR).
• Strong mathematical background, particularly in probability, statistics, and linear algebra.
• Experience with distributed training and large-scale datasets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive research initiatives within a remote setting.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers exceptional flexibility and the chance to work on transformative AI projects. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and performance-based incentives. We invest significantly in our employees' growth, offering access to leading conferences, training resources, and opportunities for academic collaboration. Enjoy a stimulating work environment and contribute to the cutting edge of generative AI. This position is aligned with our client's operations in Polokwane, Limpopo , but is fully remote.