Generative Ai Research Scientist

Summary

Join Centric Software as a Generative AI Research Scientist and contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI solutions for the fashion industry. You will conduct research, develop and optimize AI models, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and publish research findings. This role requires expertise in Generative AI, including diffusion models and LoRA, and experience translating research into practical applications. You will work with large-scale datasets, collaborate with academic institutions, and contribute to the advancement of Centric's AI capabilities. Your work will directly impact product development, accelerate time to market, and enhance customer experiences. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of AI in the fashion industry.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field
• Expertise in Generative AI, including diffusion models, LoRA, and advanced training methodologies
• Proven ability to translate research concepts into practical prototypes and solutions
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and leadership skills to guide complex projects from ideation to implementation
• Hands-on experience with research, implementation, and scaling of AI models for practical applications, particularly in areas such as computer vision, VTON, or similar domains
• Familiarity with the latest advancements in AI research and the ability to analyze, critique, and apply research papers in practical settings
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with other programming languages commonly used in AI research
• Strong understanding of neural network architectures, optimization techniques, and model evaluation strategies
• Ability to present complex technical concepts in a clear, concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple research projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Conduct exploratory research to evaluate and replicate state-of-the-art Generative AI techniques, focusing on diffusion models, LoRA, and other advanced methodologies
• Develop and optimize novel models for fashion-specific applications, such as VTON, sketch-to-image generation, and material fidelity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align research outcomes with product goals and ensure real-world applicability
• Design and train models using large-scale datasets, creating scalable solutions for deployment
• Work closely with academic institutions and research labs to integrate cutting-edge insights into applied AI development
• Publish research findings and contribute to advancing Centric’s reputation in the AI domain
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including AI engineers, product managers, and designers, to integrate your research into practical, deployable solutions that add value to the company’s product offerings
• Contribute to the scientific community by publishing research in top-tier conferences and journals and share findings with internal teams to foster knowledge transfer and innovation
• Build prototypes and proof-of-concept models to test the feasibility of new ideas and evaluate their performance against industry benchmarks and real-world scenarios
• Continuously optimize generative models and workflows to achieve faster processing times, higher output quality, and improved user experiences

Preferred Qualifications

Proven track record of research, with publications in top-tier conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, etc.) is a plus