Coactive makes it easy to search, filter, and analyze visual content. Increasingly image and video data captures the content we watch, the products we buy, and the work we do, and already represents 80% of internet traffic. But rather than being an asset, visual content is often a tax or even a liability because it is so hard to work with and understand. Coactive solves this by bringing structure to unstructured visual data. Rather than spending months (or years) building complex infrastructure, data teams can unlock the value of their visual data in minutes to power use cases such as content understanding and moderation, search, and analytics.

Coactive was founded by experts who shaped the fields of high-performance deep learning and data-centric AI. We have the scars from building and working with the first generation of modern machine learning systems at Google, Meta, Pinterest, eBay, Lyft, and other leading organizations. Through our decades of experience, we have developed a playbook to democratize the toughest parts of machine learning systems; no PhD required.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with one of Forbes' top 50 AI companies, backed by key investors such as Andreesen Horowitz and Bessemer Ventures. This position is truly a chance to be part of a category-defining team that is attracting top-tier talent interested in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI. 

A propos de Coactive

Coactive est une plateforme d'application multimodale alimentée par une équipe d'apprentissage machine forte et dynamique. Nous sommes à la pointe de l'innovation en matière d'IA, permettant aux entreprises de disposer de solutions de pointe qui couvrent de multiples modalités. En collaborant entre les disciplines, nous créons des technologies révolutionnaires qui façonnent l'avenir de l'apprentissage automatique et de ses applications.

Description du poste

Nous sommes à la recherche d'un chercheuse, chercheur en apprentissage automatique appliqué pour mener des recherches sur des problèmes complexes en matière d'apprentissage de représentation, d'IA multimodale et d'encastrements multi-domaines. Le candidat idéal s'épanouit dans la résolution de défis complexes, le développement itératif de solutions et leur suivi tout au long du cycle de développement du produit. Vos responsabilités seront les suivantes:

  • Mener des recherches avancées pour stimuler l'innovation dans les domaines de l'apprentissage par représentation, de l'intelligence artificielle multimodale et de l'intégration multi-domaine.
  • Identifier et résoudre des problèmes techniques difficiles avec des solutions pratiques et itératives qui s'alignent sur les objectifs du produit.
  • Collaborer avec les équipes d'ingénierie et de produits pour concevoir et développer des solutions d'apprentissage automatique évolutives qui s'intègrent de façon transparente à la plateforme de Coactive.
  • Diriger les efforts d'idéation, d'expérimentation et de mise en œuvre pour créer des solutions d'apprentissage automatique percutantes.
  • Agir en tant que conseiller de confiance auprès des membres de l'équipe, les encadrer pour améliorer leurs compétences techniques et favoriser un environnement collaboratif et innovant.
  • Travailler en partenariat avec les clients et les parties prenantes pour développer des solutions sur mesure répondant à leurs besoins spécifiques.
  • Développer, optimiser et déployer des solutions d'apprentissage automatique à intégrer dans les systèmes de production.
  • Concevoir et mettre en œuvre des flux de travail efficaces pour l'analyse des données, le développement de modèles, la validation et le déploiement.
  • Présenter les résultats de la recherche et les idées aux dirigeants et contribuer aux communautés scientifiques par le biais de publications et de conférences.

Ce que nous recherchons :

  • Un doctorat en informatique avec une spécialisation en apprentissage automatique mettant en évidence l'expertise dans les méthodologies de recherche avancées.
  • Une expérience en vision artificielle, en traitement du langage naturel (NLP) et/ou en traitement audio est fortement souhaitée.
  • Au moins 2 ans d'expérience dans un rôle similaire, idéalement au sein d'une startup ou d'un laboratoire de recherche.
  • Une solide expérience de la recherche en apprentissage automatique, y compris des publications dans des conférences ou des revues de premier plan.
  • Expertise dans l'apprentissage de représentation, l'IA multimodale et les encastrements multi-domaines, avec un accent sur les applications du monde réel.
  • Compétence dans la conception de solutions itératives et évolutives qui soutiennent les cycles de développement des produits.
  • Une bonne connaissance des bases de données vectorielles et de leur intégration dans les flux de travail d'apprentissage automatique est un atout majeur.
  • Expérience des outils et technologies tels que Python, PyTorch, NumPy, SciPy, Scikit-Learn.

Ce que vous pouvez attendre de nous :

Il s'agit d'un poste hybride basé à Montréal, au Québec.

L'occasion de travailler sur des projets de pointe avec une équipe d'ingénieurs et de chercheurs de classe mondiale.

Le salaire de base annuel estimé pour ce poste se situe entre 170 000 $ et 220 000 $ CAD.*

Chez Coactive, le salaire n'est qu'une partie de notre programme de rémunération totale. Les autres avantages liés à ce poste comprennent, sans s'y limiter:

  • Des primes d'équité à la pointe du marché
  • Couverture médicale, dentaire et visuelle à 100 % pour vous
  • Couverture médicale, dentaire et visuelle partielle pour les personnes à charge.
  • PTO illimité
  • Des événements sociaux tels que des clubs de lecture, des happy hours, des randonnées, des soirées de jeux de société et des parties de Mario Kart.

En outre, vous pouvez vous attendre à un environnement de travail positif dans lequel vous aurez notre soutien. Nous construisons des produits, mais nous développons des personnes. 

Rejoignez-nous pour révolutionner la façon dont les entreprises exploitent la puissance de l'apprentissage automatique pour libérer le potentiel des données non structurées. Si vous êtes passionné par l'innovation, nous serions ravis de vous compter parmi nous.


Nous embrassons et célébrons la diversité de nos employés. Nous nous engageons à garantir l'égalité des chances en matière d'emploi, indépendamment de la race, de la couleur, de l'origine ethnique, de l'ascendance, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du sexe, de l'identité ou de l'expression sexuelle, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'âge, de la citoyenneté, de l'état matrimonial ou parental, du handicap, du statut d'ancien combattant ou de toute autre catégorie protégée par la loi en vigueur. Nous sommes fiers d'être un lieu de travail où règne l'égalité des chances.


Nous veillerons à ce que les personnes à mobilité réduite bénéficient d'aménagements raisonnables pour participer au processus de candidature ou d'entretien d'embauche, pour exercer les fonctions essentielles de leur poste et pour bénéficier des autres avantages et privilèges liés à l'emploi. Veuillez nous contacter pour demander un aménagement.
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We are seeking an Applied Machine Learning Research Scientist to lead research on complex problems in representation learning, multimodal AI, and multi-domain embeddings. The ideal candidate will thrive on solving complex challenges, iteratively developing solutions, and seeing them through the product development lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting advanced research to drive innovation in representation learning, multimodal AI, and multi-domain embeddings.
  • Identifying and solving technically challenging problems with practical, iterative solutions that align with product goals.
  • Collaborating with engineering and product teams to design and develop scalable machine learning solutions that integrate seamlessly into Coactive’s platform.
  • Leading ideation, experimentation, and implementation efforts to create impactful machine learning solutions.
  • Acting as a trusted advisor to team members, mentoring them to enhance their technical skills and foster a collaborative, innovative environment.
  • Partnering with clients and stakeholders to develop tailored solutions addressing their specific needs.
  • Developing, optimizing, and deploying machine learning solutions to be integrated into production systems.
  • Designing and implementing efficient workflows for data analysis, model development, validation, and deployment.
  • Presenting research findings and insights to senior leadership and contributing to scientific communities through publications and conferences.

What we look for:

  • A PhD in Computer Science with a specialization in Machine Learning showcasing expertise in advanced research methodologies.
  • Experience with Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and/or Audio Processing is highly preferred.
  • At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within a startup or research lab environment.
  • A strong track record of machine learning research, including publications in leading conferences or journals.
  • Expertise in representation learning, multimodal AI, and multi-domain embeddings, with an emphasis on real-world applications.
  • Proficiency in designing iterative, scalable solutions that support product development lifecycles.
  • Familiarity with vector databases and their integration into machine learning workflows is a huge plus.
  • Experience with tools and technologies such as Python, PyTorch, NumPy, SciPy, Scikit-Learn.

What you can expect from us:

This is a hybrid work environment based in Montreal, Quebec.

The estimated annual base salary ranging between $170,000 and $220,000 CAD.*

At Coactive, cash salary is only one part of our total compensation package. Other benefits for this position include, but are not limited to

  • 100% medical, dental & vision coverage for you
  • Medical, dental & vision partially covered for your dependents
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Social events ranging from happy hours and hiking to board game nights and games of Mario Kart.

 

Further, you can expect a supportive work environment from us. We build products, but we develop people. 

Join us in revolutionizing how businesses harness the power of machine learning to unlock the potential of unstructured data. If you're passionate about driving innovation, then we'd love to have you on board.

 

*Actual pay is dependent on an individual candidate’s professional background, experience, skills and qualifications, as well as market demand and business demands. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting.

We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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