Research Scientist – Vision Foundation Model

SUMMARY

Sony AI is seeking research scientists to join our Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning (PPML) team. Our team mainly focuses on fundamental and applied research in privacy and security, with a focus on building vision foundation models in a trustworthy manner.

The role of a research scientist is to conduct innovative research, develop methodologies, design and prototype solutions, and collaborate with various teammembers to empower real-world AI applications (e.

g., Imaging&Sensing) in Sony.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct fundamental and innovative research in large vision foundation models, including but not limited to architecture design and methodology design.

Contribute to deployment foundation models and use them in production to solve problems of business partners.

Work closely with research, engineering, and product teams, seeking high-impact opportunities to launch solutions and advance long-term business growths, specifically Imaging&Sensing business.

Deep understanding of large vision foundation model development and various CV applications, such as Image classification, object detection, pose detection, semantic image segmentation, etc.

Publish influential research outcomes, andgive presentations in top-tier conferences and journals.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION

Your qualifications and experience should include :

Work experience with a role with a primary emphasis on vision foundation model and computer vision research.

PhD (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, Statistics, data science, or other related disciplines.

Publications or hands-on experience inlarge vision foundation model development, computer vision, data synthesis, knowledge distillation, and distributed / decentralized system design.

Strong programming skills in Python, experience in Pytorch orTensorflow.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Ability to work in a team

Preferred) Experience in leading or participating in significant research projects.

Preferred) Experience in computer vision applications and / or AI

Preferred) Paper awards in top conferences, or winner of international competition award

Life at Sony :

We ensure Competitive Salaries by using established benchmarking with excellent compensation policies, and encouragehealthy Work-Life Balance with hybrid working policies where available.

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We like to celebrate and reward our colleagues who make a real difference using our Recognition platform, Bravo!.We also provideaccess to numerousservices & platforms for all aspects of Wellbeing .

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You can build your career around you with our fantastic range of Learning & Personal Development programs.We also encourage our staff to try an exciting new roles in an exciting new countries, with a fantastic Mobility team to support you if you take that leap!

Bring your uniqueness to Sony :

We recognize that each and every one of us is original and unique. Diversity and inclusion are in our DNA, they drive innovation.

We empower our people to achieve one goal : to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology.

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology .

Benefits :

SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

What we offer you :

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses / domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits

Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs

Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses / domestic partners and children

Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance

Short-term & long-term disability plans

Paid parental and caregiver leave

401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match whichvests immediately

Education assistance and student loan programs

Other Programs :

Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)

Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)

Matching gift program

A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)

Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees

Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)

Annual incentive bonus

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $130,000 to $170,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for.

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job.

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