Remote Applied AI Engineer II (Audio)

Description:

• The Applied AI Engineer II (Audio) position is a full-time role based in New York City, with remote work options available for candidates located in the USA.
• The role involves training and fine-tuning deep learning models in PyTorch based on new datasets and specific client requirements.
• Responsibilities include monitoring model performance and ensuring quality assurance for deployed models.
• The engineer will automate machine learning workflows and implement continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) for client-facing models.
• The position requires adopting standard model optimization and compression methods to enhance inference speed.
• The engineer will also implement model obfuscation and conduct vulnerability checks.
• Collaboration with both AI and Engineering teams is essential for addressing model and infrastructure needs and providing performance guidance.

Requirements:

• A Master's or PhD in Computer Science with a specialization in machine learning or deep learning is required.
• Candidates must have at least 2 years of coding experience in Python, demonstrating strong programming skills.
• A minimum of 2 years of industry experience in model training and fine-tuning using PyTorch is necessary.
• Experience in fine-tuning large foundation models, such as wav2vec or HuBERT for downstream classification, is preferred.
• Familiarity with automated testing and CI/CD concepts in machine learning workflows is required.
• A strong foundation in machine learning and data science is essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary, as the role involves client-facing responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Reality Defender offers a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
• Employees will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of AI-generated media detection.
• The company emphasizes a privacy-first approach, ensuring compliance and data security.
• Team members will be part of a research-forward organization that values best-in-class accuracy and real-time solutions.
• The role provides opportunities for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.