Research & Development Engineer

Capacity

3d • $115,000 - $145,000 • Remote

About The Position

The role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research & Development Engineer performing advanced work in the fields of automatic speech recognition, speech synthesis, Natural Language Processing and biometrics, working primarily in C++ and Golang with some Python. This complex, multithreaded, cloud-native software requires a strong background in Linux, an eye for detail and the ability to work autonomously.

Requirements

• Foundational experience in C/C++, Golang, and/or Python programming.
• Container experience (especially prior work with Kubernetes).
• Prior experience and knowledge of state-of-the-art ML and speech technologies.
• Familiarity with Git version control, branching, pull requests and merging.
• Knowledge of, and ability to work with, advanced software algorithms.
• Able to transfer technical knowledge to peers and management, as well as novices.
• Able to troubleshoot complex issues involving multiple interrelated systems.
• Comfortable working across different programming languages and technologies.
• Previous experience working automatic speech recognition and/or synthesis, digital signal processing, or related fields is required.
• Knowledge of, and ideally experience with, developing to Secure Software Development Lifecycle practices.

Nice To Haves

• Highly-optimized multithreaded multicore coding skills.
• Prior experience with JetBrains tools (Goland, CLion, PyCharm, etc.).
• Some Python experience.
• Familiarity with Confluence, Jira and similar software management tools.

Responsibilities

• Secure Linux and Docker container development.
• Work effectively with a small team of developers to create, improve and maintain applications that support state-of-the-art speech technology.
• Full life cycle development including new development, design, maintenance, etc.
• Ensure documentation standards are maintained for change control processes.
• Work with mixed C/C++, Golang and Python tasks.
• Collect and collate data.
• Create and build models using ML techniques.
• Undertake and record outcomes of experiments.
• Liaise with the technical teams to efficiently deploy models to production.
• Assist with release tasks, such as testing and troubleshooting issues.
• Engage in continuing professional development, including developing new skills and knowledge of programming, ML, research methods, and techniques.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance (for you and your eligible dependents)
• Profit Interest Units/incentive compensation
• Unlimited vacation policy
• 401(k) with a company match
• Short term disability insurance
• Group life AD&D insurance
• A supportive, diverse workplace where we prioritize respect for each other and our clients
• A fun and collaborative team culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed