What are the responsibilities and job description for the AI Research Scientist (PhD, Visual Foundation Models for Autonomy) position at Foundation Model Startup?
About Us
We are an innovative, well-capitalized startup backed by venture capital, dedicated to creating a revolutionary type of spatial AI with the capability to address the challenges of autonomy across various domains. Our mission is to redefine the foundational aspects of AI by training proprietary models tailored for practical applications.
Join Our Team
Our team is made up of pioneers and experts in AI, with backgrounds from prestigious organizations like Google X, Google Brain, and Unity. Several of our members are serial founders with valuable commercialization experience in multiple enterprise sectors. We thrive on extensive brainstorming sessions focused on groundbreaking AI applications in the fields of transportation (cars), aerial technology (drones), and robotics.
Your Profile
- Curious : You have an insatiable intellectual curiosity, always eager to delve into in-depth topics others overlook.
- High Intensity : You flourish in high-pressure situations driven by your own passion and determination.
- Fast Learner : You have an innate ability to absorb information quickly, often outpacing your peers in learning.
- Driven by Discomfort : You relish stepping out of your comfort zone and tackling new challenges.
- Creative : Your history of resolving complex problems has led to solutions that are recognized in academic circles.
- Educator : You take pride in your capacity to convey complicated subjects in a clear and understandable manner, excelling in both speaking and writing.
- Zero Ego : You appreciate feedback as a valuable resource and actively seek it to continuously improve.
- Founder Mentality : You're willing to roll up your sleeves and contribute to solving the most urgent challenges each day, regardless of their direct relevance to your role.
Location Flexibility
Position available on the West or East Coast of the USA, with a preference for the Bay Area.
Required Technical Skills
What to Expect
Every day, anticipate the need to stretch your imagination as we work towards creating AI that can make robots an everyday reality. Expect to gain new skills continually, regardless of your current expertise level. Our close-knit team works collaboratively, supporting one another, and you will engage directly with our AI specialists and product engineers.
