Join Our Team as an Applied ML Engineer, LLM at Speak

At Speak, our mission is to revolutionize the way people learn foreign languages. Starting with English and Spanish, we aim to empower the next billion users to achieve fluency using cutting-edge AI technology. Our unique approach leverages conversational AI, enabling learners to practice speaking without needing a human partner. With our AI-powered solutions, learning a language becomes more effective, accessible, and engaging.

About the Role

As an Applied ML Engineer at Speak, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of language learning. You will be at the forefront of developing innovative, personalized learning experiences, focusing on leveraging large language models (LLMs) to enhance our educational offerings. This position offers the opportunity to experiment and implement new concepts throughout the machine learning lifecycle, from ideation to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Content team to develop a Knowledge Graph that tracks learner progress in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
• Create dynamic, personalized lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles and needs.
• Work closely with the Product team to refine and enhance our AI-powered educational tools and interfaces.
• Optimize the assessment and enhancement of learning prompts using synthetic evaluators.

What We Look For

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a machine learning engineer, with hands-on experience in deploying ML systems into production.
• Proficiency in Python and substantial experience with LLMs, including prompt engineering, finetuning, and model selection.
• A strong understanding of LLMs, with a proven track record of innovative solutions and a keen product sense for novel AI-driven features.
• A collaborative spirit and a strong interest in cross-functional teamwork to build transformative product experiences.

Why Choose Speak?

Speak is not just a company, but a community, committed to making language learning accessible and effective worldwide. By joining us, you will:

• Be part of a rapidly growing company with a clear mission and strong funding from top-tier investors.
• Work alongside a dedicated, talented team who values growth and innovation as much as you do.
• Contribute to a globally impactful product, already a top-grossing education app in multiple countries.
• Experience the synergy of a global team with opportunities to interact with users and offices across continents, including San Francisco, Seoul, Tokyo, and Ljubljana.

Location & Working at Speak

This role is based in San Francisco, with a flexible hybrid working model allowing for 2-3 days of remote work per week, blending the best of both in-office collaboration and remote convenience.

Join Us

If you are passionate about using your skills to make a significant impact on the world of language learning, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be a part of our dynamic team and help us transform the way people communicative globally!

Speak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

To apply for the Applied ML Engineer, LLM position at Speak, please submit your application through our careers page.