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Research Scientist (Video)

Pindrop
Location
US - Remote; US-Remote
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Research
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • PhD in a quantitative field or equivalent industry research experience
  • 3+ years of professional experience in Deep Learning applied to computer vision, face recognition, video deepfake detection, or general machine learning
  • Strong programming proficiency in Python
  • Hands-on mastery of modern machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Keras
  • Proven track record of successful project delivery and contributions to patents and peer-reviewed publications
Nice to have
  • Functional programming experience in C/C++ or working knowledge of deployment environments using Go, TF-Lite, and TF-Micro
  • Practical experience with real-time video processing pipelines and video data acquisition/preparation tasks
  • Foundational domain knowledge of biometrics, identity authentication, fraud patterns, or consumer security concepts
What the job really is

As a Research Scientist II on the Video team at Pindrop, you will lead research initiatives focused on real-time video processing and analytics. Your responsibilities include developing deep learning algorithms for video processing, face recognition, and deepfake detection, as well as collaborating with engineers to deploy models into production. You will also participate in research and code reviews, and contribute to patents and publications in the field.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package including RSUs
  • Remote-first environment
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Generous health and welfare plans
  • Best-in-class Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution
  • Low-cost vision and dental plans
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary figure listed beyond a general pay range
  • The role requires navigating ambiguity in research, which may be challenging for some candidates
  • The position involves significant collaboration across functional boundaries, which may not suit all work styles
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