Pindrop is hiring a
Senior Research Scientist

Summary

The job is for a Senior Research Scientist focused on deepfake video detection at Pindrop. The role involves conducting experimental studies, helping transition research models into production, and publishing patents and peer-reviewed papers. The candidate should have a PhD in a quantitative field, 3+ years of professional experience as a researcher in Computer Vision, Image/video deepfake detection, speech synthesis, speaker recognition and/or generative AI, and proven track record of peer-reviewed publications at prestigious conferences and journals.

Requirements

• PhD in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, etc.) required
• 3+ years of professional experience as a researcher in Computer Vision, Image/video deepfake detection, speech synthesis, speaker recognition and/or generative AI required
• Experience with image/video deepfake detection is required
• Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications at prestigious conferences and journals required
• Experience with video data acquisition and preparation required
• Strong Python skills required
• Experience with ML frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras required
• Proven track record of successful and timely project delivery required
• Strong collaboration & proven success in partnering with stakeholders required

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental studies on various computer vision tasks to assess accuracy and quality of pre-existing models
• Help the transition of research models into production on different platforms including embedded systems
• Conduct proof-of-concept experiments on lab and customer data
• Publish patents and peer-reviewed papers in top computer vision conferences
• Help your teammates in reviewing their research projects
• Propose new ML models that improve Pindrop products

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferably, you have experience with Computer Vision challenges (NIST FRVT, DFDC, Kaggle, etc.)
• Preferably, you have experience with C/C++
• Preferably, you have deep knowledge of biometrics, authentication, fraud, or customer experience concepts
• Preferably, you have experience communicating with internal and external customers around proof-of-concepts, issues, etc

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including equity for all employees
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous health and welfare plans to choose from - including one employer-paid “employee-only” plan!
• Best-in-class Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution
• Affordable vision and dental plans for you and your family
• Employer-provided life and disability coverage with additional supplemental options
• Paid Parental Leave - Equal for all parents, including birth, adoptive & foster parents
• One year of diaper delivery for your newest addition to the family!
• Identity protection through Norton LifeLock
• Remote-first culture
• Recurring monthly home office allowance
• Wellness Program including Employee Assistance Program, 24/7 Telemedicine