AI Research Scientist Multimodal

Autodesk, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design software company in London is seeking an AI Research Scientist/Engineer to drive fundamental and applied AI research. You will collaborate within a global team to develop new ML models while exploring new data sources. The ideal candidate has advanced knowledge in Deep Learning and strong coding skills in Python. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including potential bonuses and stock options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual cash bonuses

Stock grants

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in fields like Computer Science, Mathematics, or related.
• Strong experience with Deep Learning and AI techniques.
• Familiarity with statistical methods and ML frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop new machine learning models and AI techniques.
• Lead research projects within a global team.
• Explore new data sources and techniques for leveraging data.

Skills

Deep Learning techniques

Python coding abilities

Machine Learning statistical methods

Experience with PyTorch

Strong Software development skills

Publication track record in ML

Education

Master's or PhD in AI/ML field

Tools

PyTorch

High-performance ML systems

Job description

**Job Requisition ID #**25WD91974**AI Research Scientist/Engineer (Multimodal)****Position Overview**As an AI Research Scientist at Autodesk Research, you will be doing fundamental and applied research that will help our customers imagine, design, and make a better world.We are a team of scientists, researchers, engineers, and designers working together on projects that range from learning-based design systems, computer vision, graphics, robotics, human-computer interaction, sustainability, simulation, manufacturing, architectural design and construction.This role will report to a Research Manager in the AI Lab.**Responsibilities**· Develop new ML models and AI techniques· Lead on research projects within a global team· Review relevant AI/ML literature to identify emerging methods, technologies, and best practices.· Explore new data sources and discover techniques for best leveraging data**Minimum Qualifications**· A Master's or PhD in a field related to AI/ML, such as: Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Linguistics, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines· Strong background applying Deep Learning techniques (including implementing custom architectures, optimizing model performance, developing novel loss functions, metrics, and benchmarks, and deploying production-ready solutions)· Familiarity in statistical methods for Machine Learning (e.g. Bayesian methods, HMMs, graphical models, dimension reduction, clustering, classification, regression techniques, etc.)· Familiarity with PyTorch, PyTorch Lightning, or similar frameworks· Strong coding abilities in Python· Strong Software development skills and familiarity with GPUs, MLOps, Git, High-performance large-scale ML systems and platforms.· Experience with Transformers, LLMs, NLP, Multi-modal Deep Learning, and VLMs/MLLMs· Publication track record in machine learning conferences and/or journals**Preferred Qualifications**· Significant post-graduate research experience, or five or more years of work experience (actual job title/position will be commensurate with experience)· Experience with foundation and open-source models, meta/transfer learning, fine-tuning, distillation, multi-task/continual learning, RL, RLxF, and/or image/audio/video/3D generation/understanding· Experience or familiarity with the 3D Graphics/Animation, Manufacturing, Engineering, Architecture, and/or Construction doma#LI-JK3****Learn More******About Autodesk**Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.**Salary transparency**Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.**Diversity & Belonging** We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here:Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).