Lead Research Engineer, Generative AI

SoundHound AI believes that everyone should be able to interact naturally with their surroundings just by speaking. We create Voice AI products with conversational intelligence in two dozen languages for applications such as cars, restaurant ordering, and more, allowing our customers to extend their brand in new and exciting ways. At SoundHound, data and engineering are our major strengths. This role intersects these two domains. We aim to use our data to make informed decisions that guide our product development, marketing and user engagement strategies. This position is available all over Canada. Employees based in Toronto can work out of our downtown Toronto office. The compensation package includes salary, equity (RSUs), comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and other benefits. In this role, you will: - Lead and contribute to groundbreaking research in Generative AI, focusing on natural language understanding, dialogue generation, and context-aware conversational systems. - Develop innovative algorithms and models to improve the performance and intelligence of our conversational AI platform. - Train and fine-tune large-scale deep learning models for natural language processing and dialogue generation. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including machine learning engineers, software developers, and product managers to integrate research findings into our products and solutions. - Mentor and guide junior researchers and engineers, fostering an environment of learning and innovation. - Stay informed about the latest advancements in Generative AI and contribute to the continuous improvement of our technology stack. We would love to hear from you if: - You hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science and have at least eight years of relevant, full-time industry experience. - You have demonstrated expertise in impactful research and development in Generative AI, with a portfolio of publications and projects that show your expertise. - You are highly proficient in deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and have experience with large-scale model training. - You have deep knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) techniques, including pre-trained language models, text generation, and dialogue systems. - You are proficient in Python programming and can implement and optimize AI models. - You are able to solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions in the field of conversational AI. - You have outstanding teamwork and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. - You are passionate about staying at the forefront of AI research and eager to push the boundaries of conversational AI. We would be especially excited if you have knowledge of reinforcement learning techniques for dialogue systems and conversational AI, have experience with chatbots or virtual assistants, and have worked at a conversational AI company. Please also let us know if you have contributed to open-source AI projects and communities! We strive to be a values-driven company that is supportive, open, honest, undaunted by challenges, nimble, focused, and determined to excel and win. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are a priority in our company. Our goal is to build Voice AI for the world and to do that a global perspective is crucial. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is supported and can produce their best work. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities to allow them to participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits. Employees enjoy comprehensive health care, paid time off, discounted fitness classes and flexible working hours. Find out more about our philosophy, benefits, and culture at https://soundhound.com/careers/. To view our job applicant privacy policy, visit https://static.soundhound.com/corpus/ta/applicantprivacynotice.html. Join our growing team and lend your unique voice to our mission! #LI-REMOTE #LI-TN1