AI Research Scientist - SLM and Voice

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Scientist with expertise in programming, problem-solving, and machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker with a strong background in developing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning models. You will play a key role in advancing our research and development efforts, with a focus on small language models and voice at the edge.

• Programming: Strong programming skills, with a high level of proficiency in Python and experience with key data manipulation libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.
• Machine Learning: A solid background in machine learning, particularly in classification and retrieval tasks. Hands-on experience with large language models (LLMs), including fine-tuning, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and prompt engineering.
• Collaboration: A proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, particularly when working on shared codebases and remote projects.
• Version Control: Proficiency in using Git and GitHub for version control.
• Data Skills: Strong data management and manipulation skills.
• Remote Development: Experience working on remote servers to develop and deploy machine learning models.

Preferred Qualifications

• Natural Language Processing (NLP): A strong understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP), with experience in audio/voice manipulation tasks, specifically text-to-speech (TTS) and speech-to-text (STT).
• ML Libraries: Familiarity with the Hugging Face Transformers and Datasets libraries.
• Experiment Management: Proficiency in using tools such as Hydra for configuration management and Weights & Biases for tracking experiments.

Benefits:

Zebra offers a strong commission-led OTE, comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off and pension matching, private healthcare and wellbeing support, learning & development opportunities.

Our modern London office encourages employees to enjoy breaks in the games room or fully stocked kitchen, hosts frequent social events and enjoys sporting activities – celebrating our success together. 

• • 25 days of vacation 
  • Up to 32 hours paid time off per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice 
  • Training and personal development in soft skills and hard skills, access to our internal learning portal and internal career opportunities within Zebra departments 
  • Employee referral bonus for bringing New Talent to Zebra 
  • Pension Scheme with a matched contribution up to 7% 
  • Private medical and dental covers
  • Cycle to work scheme 
  • Employee Assistance Program