Speech Scientist

Key Skills

C Programming, C++, Cloud computing, Deep Learning, Effective communication skills, Kaldi toolkit, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming, PyTorch, SQL, TensorFlow

Job Description

At ASAPP, we are on a mission to build transformative machine learning-powered products that push the boundaries of artificial intelligence and customer experience. We focus on solving complex, data-rich problems — the kind where there are huge systemic inefficiencies and where a real solution will have a significant economic impact. Our CX performance platform uses machine learning across both voice and digital engagement channels to augment and automate human work, radically increasing productivity and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of customer experience teams.

This role is onsite or hybrid flexible. We have offices in New York City, Northern California, and Bozeman.

What you'll do

• Develop and optimize speech modeling procedures using large-scale audio data from production systems
• Work closely with other speech modeling researchers on implementing algorithms that power state-of-the-art machine learning systems for real-time speech applications
• Build integrated speech application systems and perform evaluations
• Follow and lead new research trends related to end-to-end speech modeling

What you'll need

• MS. or Ph.D. in Computer Science or similar
• Research and/or work experience in machine learning, deep learning, and/or speech applications including ASR, speaker / emotion recognition and TTS
• Experience in C/C++, Python or scripting languages
• Familiarity with at least one of deep learning toolkits such as PyTorch, Tensorflow and Kaldi/K2
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills
• Excellent teamwork spirit and strong communication skills

What we'd like to see

• Proven track record of achieving results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at workshops or conferences such as NeurIPS, Interspeech, ICASSP, ASRU and SLT
• Experience with end-to-end deep neural network research
• Strong software engineering experience
• Ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant changes

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with stock options
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k matching
• Fitness and wellness stipend
• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Mental well-being benefits
• Professional learning and development stipend
• Parental leave, including adoptive and foster parents
• 3 weeks paid time off (increases with tenure) and unlimited sick leave

ASAPP is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance with our employment application process, please email us at careers@asapp.com to obtain assistance.

The information below is provided for those hired in Colorado or New York City only. Please note this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado or New York City as well.

If you are a Colorado applicant:

- The estimated pay range for this role, based in Colorado, is $145,000 - 190,000.

If you are a NYC applicant:

- The estimated pay range for this role, based in NYC, is $160,000 - 210,000.

- For Sales positions: this role is eligible to earn commissions and eligible to participate in ASAPP's equity plan.

- For Non-Sales positions: this role is eligible to participate in ASAPP's equity plan.

The actual salary may be different depending upon non-discriminatory factors such as qualifications, experience, and other factors permitted by law. The range listed is just one component of ASAPP’s total compensation package; other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives, including the benefits listed above.