NLP Research Scientist / Research Engineer

Key Skills

Python Programming, Scala Programming, C++, Java Programming, Machine learning techniques, Data science techniques, SQL, Apache Hadoop, MapReduce, TensorFlow, PyTorch, R Programming

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 interaction 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.
Researchers at ASAPP work to fundamentally advance the science of NLP and ML toward our goal of deploying domain specific real-world AI solutions, and to apply those advances to our products. They leverage the massive amounts of data generated by our products, and our ability to deploy AI features into real-world use to ask and address fundamental research questions in novel ways.
We are expanding our research team and are looking for candidates with masters degrees, research experience in NLP or machine learning, outstanding communication skills, and strong software engineering skills. If you thrive in an environment of deep thinking, impactful research, and startup-paced execution, ASAPP is the ideal place for you.What you'll do

• Develop and optimize NLP models for rapid iteration of our AI SaaS products
• Build and maintain toolkits or infrastructure to accelerate NLP/ML innovation
• Follow cutting-edge research in the field of natural language processing and machine learning

What you'll need

• Strong software engineering skills
• At least three years of applied NLP or ML experience, ideally for a software company
• Familiar with at least one of the deep learning toolkits, such as PyTorch, Tensorflow and MxNet
• Master or Phd in Computer Science, Natural Language Processing or Machine Learning
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills

What we'd like to see

• Ability to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
• Peer reviewed publications in NLP, Speech or Machine Learning
• Bonus - experience with large-scale production model training (Horovod, Ray, Parameter Server, etc.)
• Bonus - experience with production model optimization (model compression, TVM, torchscript, etc.)
• Bonus - experience with cloud computing infrastructure and software (AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.)

Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Fitness and wellness perks
• Learning and development opportunities