Senior Research Scientist

Leonardo.Ai seeks a Senior Research Scientist to join our expanding global AI team.

We're advancing our generative AI platform to empower millions, regardless of expertise, with intuitive tools for creating high-quality images and videos. Now part of the Canva family, we're ready to build a world-class R&D team to seamlessly integrate AI products, tools, and features, making creativity limitless for nearly a quarter of a billion users.

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for AI and Machine Learning professionals and academics to collaborate with top talent. As a Senior AI Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in building and training new foundational design models as we advance into text-to-video, 3D, and audio generation. We are working at the cutting edge of what’s possible and pushing every day to go beyond it. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead Multimodal Research: Spearhead research in multimodal AI, including text-to-image, video, 3D, and audio generation. Drive cross-modal innovation to address complex challenges across media types.

• Foundational Model Development: Architect, train, and evaluate foundational models 

• Research and Application: Working in exploratory phases to gain new insights and apply them to improving model outcomes.

Skills We Like:

• Multimodal AI Expertise: Experience in text-to-image, video synthesis, 3D generation, and audio processing, with knowledge of training LLMs for multimodal applications.

• Foundational Model Building and GPU Proficiency: Skill in building foundational models from scratch, leveraging GPU technology for performance and scaling.

• Advanced Model Architectures: Background in GANs, transformers, and diffusion models, especially for multimodal applications.

• Academic and Open-Source Contributions: Record of peer-reviewed publications and contributions to open-source projects.

• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Python, deep learning frameworks, and cloud computing.

• Collaborative Attitude: Strong team player experienced in cross-functional collaboration.

• Curiosity and Adaptability: Ability to stay current with tools and advancements in AI.

• Educational Background: PhD in AI with research experience in ML or equivalent experience

Our Culture:

• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. At Leonardo AI, your unique perspectives and experiences are welcomed and essential to our success.

• Flexible Work Environment: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely or from our vibrant offices. We have employees all over Australia, ensuring you can thrive personally and professionally.

• Empowering Growth: Your development is our priority. We offer continuous learning opportunities and career growth tailored to your goals. You’ll be encouraged to grow and excel in your career at Leonardo AI.

• Impactful Work: Join us in shaping the future of AI. You'll work on innovative projects that have a meaningful impact, and your contributions will help drive advancements in AI creativity.
  

Leonardo.Ai Benefits:

• A range of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work. Here's a taste of what's on offer:

• Impact the future of AI

• Reward package including equity - we want our success to be yours too

• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers with 18 weeks paid leave

• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more

• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally, including remote working abroad

• Support with your professional development

• Fun and engaging company events, both virtual and in-person

• 20 days annual leave

Next Steps:

If you're passionate about reading and publishing AI research papers, have a history of implementing AI models (open source/ proprietary), and are keen to be exposed to bringing models to production, this role might be the perfect fit for you.

We encourage you to apply and start the conversation whether you’re based locally in Australia or overseas.