Founding Research Scientist

Founding Research Scientist

Founding Research Scientist

Location

San Francisco, CA

Type

Full time

Department

Engineering

Overview

Build and optimize real-time diffusion models that power our interactive video platform, enabling users to make instant changes to video content. You’ll design scalable ML systems that run seamlessly in real-time, supporting image/video rendering and high-frequency user interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize ML models for real-time image and video generation, prioritizing responsiveness and scalability

  • Build and maintain ML pipelines for deploying models in edge and cloud environments (AWS), ensuring low-latency processing and high availability

  • Continuously research advancements in image/video diffusion, implementing improvements for performance, efficiency, and model accuracy

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in ML/deep learning, with expertise in real-time image generation or generative models

  • Experience deploying high-performance models at scale in edge and cloud environments (e.g., AWS)

  • Strong foundation in computer vision and video processing, with a focus on low-latency optimization

  • Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and model deployment for interactive applications

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field

  • Startup experience or background in developing consumer interactive media applications is a plus

What we offer

  • Competitive salary, meaningful equity, and a fast-paced, innovation-driven team culture.