Senior AI Researcher (Generative Models)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance

Research budget for conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a Senior AI Researcher specialized in generative models to join its remote research division. You will lead cutting-edge work to develop novel generative techniques and applications that enable advanced content creation and data synthesis.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior researchers, publishing in top venues, and driving research from conception to prototypes in a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, ML, or related field with a strong publication record in generative AI.
• 5+ years of AI research experience focusing on generative models.
• Proficiency in PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Strong mathematical and statistical background.
• Excellent communication skills for a remote research role.

Responsibilities

• Lead research in generative AI models, including GANs, VAEs, and diffusion models.
• Develop novel algorithms and architectures for creative AI applications.
• Manage research projects from conception to prototype validation.
• Mentor junior researchers and foster an innovative team environment.
• Publish findings in top AI conferences and journals.

Skills

Generative AI

Deep learning theory

Research leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science / ML

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished Senior AI Researcher specializing in generative models to join their cutting-edge research division, working remotely. This role is at the forefront of AI innovation, focusing on developing novel generative AI techniques and applications that can revolutionize content creation, data synthesis, and more. You will lead research initiatives, mentor junior researchers, and publish groundbreaking work in top-tier academic venues. The ideal candidate has a deep theoretical understanding and practical experience in deep learning, with a specific passion for creating intelligent systems that can generate novel outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in generative AI models, including GANs, VAEs, and diffusion models.
• Develop and implement novel algorithms and architectures for creative AI applications.
• Lead research projects from conception through to prototype development and validation.
• Mentor and guide junior researchers, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Publish research findings in leading AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR) and journals.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field, with a strong publication record in generative AI.
• 5+ years of research experience in artificial intelligence, with a specific focus on generative models.
• Expertise in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Strong mathematical and statistical background.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, essential for a remote research role.

Benefits

• Exceptional compensation package, including competitive salary and stock options.
• Opportunity to lead impactful research in a rapidly evolving field.
• Fully remote work arrangement with high flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for research resources, conferences, and professional development.