Research Scientist

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, C++, Computer Vision (CV), Deep Learning, JAX framework, Large Language Models - LLMs, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Product Development, Python Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow, UI design

Job Description

Orby builds the next-generation Automation AI platform to automate repetitive processes. It provides a unique “observe, learn, and automate” end-to-end experience powered by an actions-based foundation model. Orby observes a user’s activities, identifies repetitive work steps, and generates the suggestions that ultimately automate these tasks. Moreover, Orby works behind the scenes to continuously learn from human feedback, becoming smarter with no coding involved.

The two founders have unparalleled domain knowledge and AI expertise - Bella Liu led AI product and business development teams at UiPath (enterprise automation leader) from the early stage to post IPO and Will Lu led the engineering teams at Google building successful enterprise AI products in the last decade. Throughout the beta development, Orby has partnered with some of the world’s largest organizations to deploy the product and save users valuable time. They also hired world-class engineering, research, and design talent from Google, Microsoft, and Stanford who have extensive experience building cutting-edge technologies. Orby recently raised a Series A round from top VCs with a strong track record of backing category-defining companies.

You will be working on building a category-defining product - AI Automation will be a cornerstone in every enterprise in the world. Humans should not do soul-crushing repetitive and tedious work! It is the perfect time to build as the foundation model technology is at the tipping point to take the automation world to the next stage. If you are ready to take on the challenge of building a new product category, with an extremely motivated and focused team, and you want to define a new era of human and AI interaction and solve the unique challenges with the uncertainty of AI, UX and a complex environment, come join us! 

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in the space of foundation model and generative AI
• Implement and train large-scale Action Foundation Models for various human computer interaction automation applications
• Collaborate with data team to develop and curate Orby proprietary data 
• Collaborate with other research team members, internal product teams, and external researchers
• Have a broader impact through the transfer of the technology you've developed to relevant product groups

We're Eager to Work with

• Want to join our mission to use AI to optimize efficiency and help people save time
• Individuals with an unwavering customer focus, committed to crafting experiences that delight
• Those who embrace excellence and consistently deliver top-tier work
• Innovators who thrive on creative thinking and daring to tread new paths
• Owners at heart, ready to take responsibility and drive results
• Individuals of the highest integrity, who foster trust and honesty

Where We Work

• We work in a hybrid model. During the week we’re in the office three days a week. During the day we have core hours when everyone is expected to be available. We are currently hiring in Sunnyvale, CA, although we do sometimes make exceptions. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Hands-on experience with large-scale distributed model training including data preparation and model parallelization 
• Experience in processing or curating large-scale datasets
• Great knowledge of common deep-learning frameworks such as PyTorch, Tensorflow, and JAX
• Excellent knowledge of theory and practice of deep learning, computer vision and natural language processing

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of research excellence or significant product development
• Experience with large language models and large vision-language models 
• Excellent programming skills in Python / C++ and parallel programming (e.g., CUDA)

Compensation

• We aim to attract and retain the best employees and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contributions to the company. 
• The pay range for this position in California, is estimated to fall in the base range of approximately $150,000 - $300,000. 
• This estimate can vary based on the factors described above, so the actual starting annual base salary may vary.