SoundHound AI believes every person should be able to interact naturally with the products around them–by simply talking. With a global reach spanning two dozen languages, we build Voice AI products with conversational intelligence for cars, restaurant ordering, and more, allowing our customers to extend their brand in new and meaningful ways.
At SoundHound, data and engineering are two of our biggest assets. This role lives at the intersection of the two. We aspire to leverage our data to make informed decisions to steer product development, marketing, and user engagement to new heights.
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 novel algorithms and models for enhancing 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
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior researchers and engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation
- Stay up-to-date with 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 have a Ph.D. in Computer Science and at least eight years of relevant, full-time industry experience
- You have proven expertise in impactful research and development in Generative AI, with a portfolio of publications and projects demonstrating your expertise
- You are highly proficient in deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and have experience with large-scale model training
- You have in-depth knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) techniques, including pre-trained language models, text generation, and dialogue systems
- You have strong programming skills in Python and can implement and optimize AI models
- You can tackle complex challenges and develop innovative solutions in the field of conversational AI
- You have excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- You have a passion for staying at the forefront of AI research and a drive to push the boundaries of what's possible in conversational AI
We’d be especially excited if you have knowledge of reinforcement learning techniques for dialogue systems and conversational AI, have experience working on chatbots or virtual assistants, and have worked at a conversational AI company. Also, please let us know if you have contributed to open-source AI projects and communities!
This role is available in Bengaluru, India. Our recruiting team will provide a specific salary range based on location and years of experience.
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We strive to be a values-driven company that is supportive of one another, open and honest, undaunted by challenges, nimble and focused, and determined to excel and win.
Here at SoundHound AI, diversity, equity, and inclusion are key to who we are as a company. With a mission to build Voice AI for the world, creating a team with global perspectives is critical to our success.
We care deeply about fostering an environment where everyone is supported and can do their best work. SoundHound ensures that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations 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. Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and culture at https://soundhound.com/careers/.
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What We Do
At SoundHound Inc., we believe every brand should have a voice. As the leading innovator of conversational technologies, we’re trusted by top brands around the globe. Houndify, our independent Voice AI platform, with 70,000+ users, allows brands to create custom voice assistants that deliver results with unprecedented speed and accuracy.
Our mission is to enable humans to interact with the things around them in the same way we interact with each other: by speaking naturally. We’re making that a reality through our SoundHound music discovery app and Hound voice assistant and through our strategic partnerships with brands like Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, Deutsche Telekom, and Pandora. Today, our customized voice AI solutions allow people to talk to phones, cars, smart speakers, mobile apps, coffee machines, and every other part of the emerging ‘voice-first’ world.
Our diverse team of engineers, UX/UI designers, writers, data scientists and linguists are all passionate about creating a world with more conversations. With more than 14 years of expertise in voice technology, we have hundreds of millions of end users, and a worldwide team in six countries building solutions for a voice-first world.
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