Applied Research Scientist, AI Research
Build specialized AI models for video editing features used by millions
Descript's Research team builds specialized AI models for distinctive product features like Video Regenerate, lipsync, video translation, zero-shot voice cloning, and Studio Sound. The focus is on solving specific problems in the editing workflow rather than building general-purpose generative models. Everything built is intended to ship and most features go from prototype to production use by millions of creators within months.
Why This Role?
Work on AI models that ship as production features used by millions of creators
Key Responsibilities
- Build specialized AI models for video editing workflows
- Develop features like Video Regenerate and lipsync
- Create zero-shot voice and roomtone cloning models
- Implement video translation and Studio Sound capabilities
- Transition research prototypes to production features
- Focus on shipping models that solve specific editing problems
Requirements
- Experience building specialized AI models
- Background in audio/video processing or computer vision
- Ability to ship research prototypes to production
- Knowledge of generative models applied to creative workflows
Required Skills
Indonesia Context
- Working Hours Overlap:
- Flexible — work your own hours
View Original Description from NoDesk
Original description from NoDesk
Descript's Research team builds the models behind the product's most distinctive features: Video Regenerate and lipsync, video translation, zero-shot voice and roomtone cloning, and Studio Sound. We don't build general-purpose generative models. We pick specific problems in the editing workflow and build specialized models for them. This isn't research for its own sake. Everything we build is meant to ship, and most of it has, going from prototype to a production feature used by millions of creators within months.
Salary Context
Similar AI roles on LokerDollar pay around $146.5k/yr (range $12k–370k/yr, n=44 active listings).
Frequently asked questions
- Is Applied Research Scientist, AI Research at Descript a remote job?
- Yes. Applied Research Scientist, AI Research at Descript is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide.
- What type of employment is Applied Research Scientist, AI Research at Descript?
- This is a full time position.
- How do I apply?
- Click the "Apply" button on this page to go to the official application at Descript.
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