Machine Learning Research Engineer
Roboflow$200,000 - $275,000/year
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial IntelligenceIndustries
Requirements
- 6+ years experience working on computer vision, machine learning, or related fields
- Demonstrated experience with diffusion models, GANs, VAEs, or other relevant AI models
- Direct experience working with vision transformers
- Experience working on multi-modal video models
- Strong engineering practices with proficiency in PyTorch, covering data processing, model training, and deployment workflows
- Hands-on experience developing applications based on foundational video models, including video inpainting, controllable generation, and human-centric modeling
- Proven expertise in large-scale data processing, dataset construction, and automated data cleaning
- (Optional) Solid coding abilities and a strong grasp of algorithm fundamentals; familiarity with distributed training tools such as FSDP or DeepSpeed is a plus
Responsibilities
- Develop innovative video applications, including controllable generation, video editing, and consistent character generation
- Design and build robust data pipelines essential for powering these applications
- Collaborate with product and design teams to translate state-of-the-art algorithms into user-friendly product features, enhancing the experience for tens of millions of users
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for this Applied Research Scientist position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this role remote or onsite, and what's the location policy?
The role is onsite with the team working from the office 5 days a week at headquarters in Palo Alto, CA.
What skills and experience are required for this role?
Candidates need 6+ years in computer vision or machine learning, experience with diffusion models/GANs/VAEs, vision transformers, multi-modal video models, PyTorch proficiency, and expertise in large-scale data processing.
What is the company culture like at Pika?
Pika has a small team of energetic, smart, and curious individuals who value efficiency, collaboration, and creativity, with a culture that nurtures individual and collective development.
What makes a strong candidate for this Applied Research Scientist role?
Ideal candidates have 6+ years in computer vision/ML, hands-on experience with video models like diffusion models and vision transformers, PyTorch proficiency, and a passion for applied AI in video applications; optional strengths include distributed training tools.
Pyka
Develops autonomous electric airplanes for agriculture
About Pyka
Pyka develops autonomous electric airplanes that can perform all flight operations without human intervention, including taxiing, takeoff, flight, and landing. These aircraft are particularly efficient, using less power than electric cars and featuring minimal moving parts, making them cost-effective for agricultural applications like crop spraying. Equipped with advanced sensors and software, Pyka's airplanes ensure precise flying close to the ground, reducing waste and increasing efficiency for large-scale farmers. The company's goal is to transform the agricultural aviation industry by providing safe, efficient, and affordable aerial solutions.
Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$92.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Competitive salary & equity
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
FSA with employer matching
401k
Paid holidays
Unlimited PTO
Free catered lunch & snacks
Risks
Increased competition from companies like Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems.
Regulatory challenges in defense applications may require stricter compliance.
Dependence on large clients like Heinen Brothers poses revenue risks.
Differentiation
Pyka develops fully autonomous electric aircraft for agriculture and cargo transport.
Their aircraft use less power than electric cars, enhancing cost-effectiveness.
Pyka's Pelican Spray is the largest FAA-authorized UAS for commercial crop spraying.
Upsides
Pyka secured $40M to accelerate aircraft development and commercialization.
Partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation expands Pyka's defense market reach.
Entry into Brazil with SLC Agrícola showcases global demand for Pyka's technology.
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