Senior Research Scientist - Face Perception at Flawless

Santa Monica, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, FilmmakingIndustries

Requirements

Completed MSc (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Vision, Visual Computing, or research industry experience with Deep Learning and Visual Computing
3+ years of leadership, managing teams of 3+ Scientists/Engineers
5+ years of research experience with a strong publication record in top-tier CV and Graphics venues, such as CVPR and Siggraph
Experience working in collaborative teams comprising researchers, applied and data scientists, and platform developers
Ability to conduct proactive and independent research beyond expectations
Remarkable background in linear algebra, numerical optimization, and statistical analysis
Demonstrable experience with Deep Learning based models for scene understanding
Familiarity with modern 2D and 3D Vision, including but not limited to identification, localization, tracking, imaging, occlusion detection, and segmentation of objects, faces, or scenes
Experience with self-supervised and few-shot deep learning techniques
Proficiency with Python and DL frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch (preferred)
Previous experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing and scaling teams of Scientists and interns
Experience managing career development for team members
Demonstrable experience developing (multi-modal) 2D/3D techniques for object/scene detection, occlusion, identification, tracking, reconstruction, and/or segmentation
Knowledge in 3D reconstruction and segmentation with multi-view and video data
Knowledge in speaker detection, talking head detection, facial identity

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Research Scientists and Research Engineers for face detection and recognition, landmarks and segmentation, and occlusion detection
Impact the delivery of localization and foreign language dubbing solutions across feature films, episodic series, and commercial content
Drive innovation and development of generative AI editing solutions for global clients
Lead and produce publications accepted at top-tier conferences like CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS, and SIGGRAPH
Lead and mentor research team of scientists, engineers, and interns
Demonstrate excellent time-management skills and manage multiple projects in high volume on a global scale
Maintain clear, concise, and constant communication with cross-functional teams in US and UK locations
Work closely with Science, VFX, Production, Product teams, key production executives, creatives, and Science Leaders
Report to the VP of Research (Ari Shapiro)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Face DetectionFace RecognitionFacial LandmarksSegmentationOcclusion DetectionGenerative AIComputer VisionDeep LearningResearch Publications

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Senior Research Scientist - Face Perception role?

Candidates must have a completed MSc (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Vision, Visual Computing, or equivalent research industry experience with Deep Learning and Visual Computing, plus 3+ years of leadership managing teams of 3+ Scientists/Engineers, 5+ years of research experience with a strong publication record in top-tier CV and Graphics venues like CVPR and Siggraph, experience in collaborative teams, and the ability to conduct proactive independent research.

What is the salary for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What leadership responsibilities does this role involve?

The role requires leading a team of Research Scientists and Research Engineers focused on face detection, recognition, landmarks, segmentation, and occlusion detection, as well as leading and mentoring a research team of scientists, engineers, and interns, with 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams of 3+.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Research Scientist position?

A strong candidate will have a PhD preferred in a relevant field, proven leadership of research teams, a strong track record of publications at top conferences like CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS, and SIGGRAPH, experience in collaborative cross-functional teams across US and UK locations, and skills in proactive research, time-management, and clear communication.

Flawless

AI-driven visual translation for films

About Flawless

Flawless AI specializes in visual translation technology for the TV and film industry. Their main product, TrueSync, uses artificial intelligence to translate foreign language films into the native language of viewers while maintaining accurate lip-sync and photorealistic visuals. This ensures that the original performances of actors are preserved, creating an authentic viewing experience. Flawless AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on seamless visual translation that allows filmmakers and content owners to reach global audiences without losing the essence of their work. The company's goal is to enhance the global distribution of films and TV shows, making them accessible to diverse audiences while respecting the original artistic intent.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$1.7MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Stock Options

Risks

Competition from generative AI companies like Colossyan threatens Flawless's market share.

Rapid AI development in the UK may lead to market saturation and increased competition.

Stricter regulations from the Bletchley Declaration could impact Flawless's innovation capabilities.

Differentiation

TrueSync offers AI-driven lip-syncing for multilingual film visualizations, preserving original performances.

Flawless AI targets filmmakers seeking global distribution without losing artistic integrity.

The company provides a unique solution for seamless visual translation in the film industry.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI localization tools as global streaming platforms expand content libraries.

Partnership opportunities with major streaming services investing in AI for content delivery.

Increased focus on AI ethics could position Flawless as a leader in responsible AI use.

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