Research Scientist - Machine Learning on Hardware Design

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Sony AI is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven individual with expertise in Machine Learning and hardware design on a permanent contract. We’re currently looking for smart, enthusiastic people who want to join our team of world-renowned researchers as we push the boundaries applying AI in support of human creativity. In this role, the successful candidate will contribute to our groundbreaking flagship project in AI for Chip Design. 

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Drive independently projects related to Machine Learning for the optimization of hardware designs
• Conceive and implement algorithms addressing deep learning systems. Focus on the generalization of the created methods
• Understand and shape informative data structures for the storage/processing of appropriate design data
• Develop ground-breaking algorithms in the realm of hardware design.
• Propose performance metrics and identify limitations of the models
• Write reports and give presentations for internal audiences
• Publish papers in top-tier venues
• Write code to support research, usually in Python and/or C++
• Work closely with a team of AI researchers and engineers in the US, Switzerland, and Japan on ambitious AI projects

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Passion to develop cutting-edge AI technology and deploy it through a multi-stakeholder approach.
• Background in Machine Learning (Ph.D.) and relevant work experience with a track record of developing working systems
• PhD in a Machine Learning related topic
• Experience and understanding of Computational Physics is a plus
• Excellent publication track-record in relevant fields etc.
• Solid programming skills using Python, as well as frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Excellent oral and written English

Your new office:

Surrounded by Swiss Alps, the Schlieren office is at the doorstep of Zurich, which is consistently voted in top three best cities to live. The city benefits from a very rich ecosystem where prestigious universities, research institutes, companies and organizations collaborate for the development and design of next generation technologies. Our office is very well connected with public transports (train, tram, bus) and located in a very modern and bright building. We have several enjoyable break rooms as well as a terrace which we use for regular social team events or as a casual working area. Our team is unique and international, representing engineering and sales/marketing functions, which creates this unique and passionate Sony Swiss DNA.

Life at Sony Research:

Our work environment is diverse and motivated with an innovative open mindset. Sony AI is committed to building a diverse team of people with different characters, stories and skillsets because we know this drives innovation and creativity. Our commitment to nurturing a friendly and supportive place of work where everyone has a sense of belonging and inclusion creates an atmosphere of learning and personal growth. We focus on achieving healthy work-life balance for our teams, supported by hybrid and flexible working.

You will work on exciting projects at the cutting edge of AI that are in the realms of entertainment or for the betterment of society, and you will have access to the most innovative technologies from across the Sony universe and the opportunity to partner with Sony’s leading companies.

When projects are finished, we publish our work, and all our contributors are recognised on research pieces, at top-tier conferences, and in journals. You will also have access to workshops and development programs to expand your knowledge and skills. We want you to drive your career, find your direction and take authorship of your personal story at Sony AI, while enjoying the security and the resource-rich environment that comes with being part of a global corporation that has R&D in its DNA.

Bring your uniqueness to Sony:

We are passionate about creating a culture that promotes equity and cultivates inclusion, diversity, and belonging. We want employees with diverse backgrounds and perspectives that will stimulate innovation and have a direct impact on our creation of social value to fulfil Sony’s purpose – ‘to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology’. We want you to bring your unique self to work and help shape our culture.

Equal Opportunity:

Sony Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, or any other protected characteristics.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Europe

Sony Europe will provide reasonable accommodation for any qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at AccommodationRequest@eu.sony.com or by mail to: Sony Europe B.V, Human Resources Department, the Heights, Brooklands, Surrey, KT13 0XW, UK. When contacting us please indicate the position you are applying for, and the accommodation required.