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Our team is seeking to hire a talented researcher in natural language processing and large language models to work with a team from multiple disciplines of machine learning and artificial intelligence to develop multimodal large language models with improved memory/sample/time efficiency in training and testing.

Key Responsibilities:

The Researcher will work on a project to conduct research on the development of multimodal large language models. The roles of this position include:

• Development of algorithms to improve memory/sample/time efficiency of LLM training.
• Development of a workable prototype system with capabilities such as conversational information retrieval, multimodal sense making, question answering, and chain-of-thoughts.
• Publication of papers in top tier conferences and journals
• Collaboration with team members and funding agency to ensure timely and quality deliverables.
• Co-supervision of MSc and Final Year Project students involved in this project.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor/Master/PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Computer Engineering field in computer science, or related field.
• Strong expertise in natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLM)
• Over 1-year research experience in the above required areas
• Excellent publication track record on top tier conferences/journals
• Proficiency in programming language Python
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Cynapse

Cynapse is a leading AI software company specializing in enterprise-grade Video Intelligence Solutions Powered by Generative AI, tailored to meet the unique challenges of various industries. Our vertical-specific solutions empower organizations to enhance safety, operational efficiency, and security in complex environments such as roads, seaports, airports, and cities. By combining advanced Vision AI with Generative AI, we continually push the boundaries of video analytics, delivering insights and automation that transform operations.

Led by a global team with a proven track record of scaling startups into market leaders, we foster innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. Headquartered from US, Cynapse serves clients worldwide, redefining what's possible with video intelligence.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated AI Research & Development Intern to join our AI Product group that delivers innovative Computer Vision solutions to global customers. You will conform to high standards and work in a cutting-edge, dynamic, and professionally challenging environment.

As part of your role you will:

• Implement practical solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) methods, and Computer Vision (CV) models to solve real-world challenges.
• Conduct rigorous experiments to validate model performance, including data preparation, evaluation, and benchmarking, ensuring reliability and accuracy.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept systems to test innovative ideas and demonstrate their feasibility and value.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts, including deep learning techniques.
• Strong programming skills, with a solid understanding of databases such as MongoDB or Neo4j.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, logical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills.

Duration:

• Available for at least a 6-month internship.
• Able to work at least 4 days a week and preferably full-time.
• We are flexible with start and end dates, and can accommodate exams, leave etc.

Why join cynapse?

• Hands-on experience working on cutting-edge AI projects.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and researchers.
• Opportunity to build impactful solutions and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Exciting work environment with flexible hours

Note: Due to the nature of the role, the position is considered for candidates that are only based in Singapore or have experience studying/working in Singapore

• AI Innovation & Integration
  Lead research and development in LLMs, LMMs, RAG systems, and agent architectures enhanced with long-term memory for continuous learning and multi-session reasoning.
• Research & Publication
  Publish cutting-edge work in top-tier AI conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, CVPR, ACL). Contribute to the open-source community, secure patents, and share datasets and model implementations.
• Application & Impact
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to apply theoretical breakthroughs to real-world challenges, bridging research with enterprise adoption in Southeast Asia and beyond.
• Emerging Trends & Strategy
  Monitor global AI advancements to inform internal strategy and help shape the future of self-evolving AI systems under the AIG framework.

• Strong knowledge in Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning
• Familiarity with advanced architectures including autoregressive LLMs, Vision Transformers, Diffusion Models, and retrieval-based memory systems
• Proficiency in PyTorch and experience building intelligent agent systems with persistent memory or RAG integration

• Track record of publishing at major conferences such as NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, CVPR, ACL, EMNLP, etc.
• Experience developing large-scale language or vision-language models is highly desirable

• Proficient in Python, with working knowledge of C++ or Java
• Comfortable in Linux-based development environments

• Strong communication, teamwork, analytical thinking, and self-motivation
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across a global team

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
• Recognized achievements in AI competitions, open-source projects, or large-scale deployments

• Hands-on experience with distributed training, data pipeline design, and deep learning production deployments
• Strong mathematical foundation and proficiency in both written and spoken Chinese and English, to support technical documentation and cross-functional communication

• Own and pursue ambitious, long-term research goals.
• Develop solutions for real-world, large-scale problems.
• As needed lead teams to deliver on more complex pure and applied research projects such as AI for Operational Efficiency and AI for Software

• Ph.D./Master's degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or a related technical field.
• Strong publication record in top AI venues like NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP etc.
• Experience with one or more general-purpose programming languages, including but not limited to C/C++ or Python.
• Experience with one or more deep learning libraries and platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, Jax, or PyTorch).
• Proven ability to implement, operate, and deliver results via innovation at a large scale.

• 1+ years of full-time industry experience in deep learning research/product.
• Strong experience building and applying machine learning models for business applications.
• Experience training large language models.
• Experience mentoring and advising other researchers.
• Strong programming skills, competitive in ACM-ICPC or other competitions or open source experience is preferred.
• Experience in implementing high-performance and large-scale deep learning systems.
• Thoughtful about AI impacts and ethics.
• Fantastic problem solver; ability to solve problems the world has not solved before.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Demonstrated track record of cultivating strong working relationships and driving collaboration across multiple technical and business teams.

**Job Summary**

We are seeking a highly skilled AI Research Specialist to join our team. As an AI Research Specialist, you will play a key role in advancing the state-of-the-art in computer vision and machine learning.

Main Responsibilities:

• To conduct research in computer vision and machine learning, with a focus on developing innovative solutions for real-world problems.
• To design, implement, and evaluate AI models and algorithms, and to optimize their performance using various techniques.
• To collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems and products.
• To stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and to apply this knowledge to drive innovation and improvement within the organization.
• To communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong background in machine learning and computer vision, with experience in developing and deploying AI models.
• Familiarity with PyTorch and other popular deep learning frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and outside the box.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• A strong passion for AI and its applications, with a desire to continuously learn and grow in this field.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects and to contribute to the development of new technologies.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment, with access to resources and training opportunities to help you grow in your career.

About Us:

We are a leading organization in the field of AI research and development, with a strong track record of innovation and success. We are committed to hiring the best talent and to providing a collaborative and supportive work environment that allows our employees to thrive.

Advance the field of artificial intelligence and software engineering as a Research Associate in our innovative lab. Collaborate with experts to develop cutting-edge solutions for urban mobility applications.

• Conduct research in AI domains, applying formal methods to create innovative solutions that enhance the software engineering process.
• Integrate AI techniques with formal methods to improve the explainability and robustness of AI models.
• Participate in co-operation with our development team to integrate AI algorithms into real-world development processes.
• Interact with business units to develop and commercialize innovative solutions.
• Prepare academic publications, such as patent applications and research papers, to disseminate research findings.
• Contribute to quarterly and annual report writing and presenting to stakeholders.

• Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or Software Engineering.
• Strong background and research experience in artificial intelligence, software engineering, automatic testing, and program synthesis.
• Excellent programming skills in Python and other relevant languages.
• Good communication and report-writing skills to effectively collaborate with teams.
• Strong responsibility for research and work to meet project deadlines.

About Us:

We are a cutting-edge organization at the forefront of innovation. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy through our pioneering work in artificial intelligence.

Our Global Presence:

We have offices across the globe, including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Creativity is at the core of our purpose. We empower our teams to thrive, inspiring imagination and bringing joy to all those we reach.

Every Challenge is an Opportunity:

We believe that every challenge, no matter how daunting, is an opportunity to learn, innovate, and grow as one team.

At the Heart of Our Mission:

We drive impact through collaboration and growth, striving for excellence in everything we do.

Privacy is Our Top Priority:

At our organization, we prioritize privacy in product design and implementation, ensuring a trusted experience for all users.

• Design and execute research on critical industrial challenges of GenAI innovation.
• Work with product teams to understand key privacy requirements and provide technical consulting on privacy-related features.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to apply technical achievements from our research to product prototyping.
• Advocate research findings to diverse audiences through written reports and verbal presentations.
• Represent our organization externally, promoting our work and values within the technical and academic community.

• PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Research experience in GenAI with a strong publication record or contributions to open-source projects.
• Preferred qualifications include 2 years of research or production experience in pretraining, fine-tuning, post-training, responsible AI, privacy-preserving LLMs, LLM alignment, reinforcement learning for tuning language models, and efficient training and inference techniques.

We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment where employees are valued for their unique perspectives and skills.

Together, we drive impact, inspire creativity, and bring joy to all those we reach.

We look forward to welcoming talented individuals like you to our organization!

About Us

We are a leading mobile video platform dedicated to inspiring creativity and bringing joy.

Our mission is to empower users to express themselves authentically, discover new things, and connect with others.

We strive to make a positive impact in the tech industry by innovating and pushing boundaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute research on critical industrial challenges related to generative AI innovation.
• Collaborate with product teams to understand key privacy requirements and provide technical consulting on related features.
• Work with engineering teams to apply technical achievements to product prototyping.
• Communicate research findings effectively through written reports and verbal presentations.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong publication record or contributions to open-source projects in genAI research.

We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace, where employees are respected for their unique perspectives and skills.

Innovate with us and contribute to shaping the future of technology.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join our team at the S-Lab for Advanced Intelligence.

The selected candidate will be involved in cutting-edge research and development in machine learning, focusing on computer vision, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, deep learning, and distributed computing.

• This role is a one-year appointment, renewable subject to satisfactory performance.
• The position involves collaboration with our team on a project related to generative design.

• To undertake independent research in machine learning.
• To publish high-quality research papers as required by the funding body or for dissemination to the wider academic community.
• To provide guidance and support to students associated with the project.
• To attend, contribute, and where necessary lead relevant meetings.
• To undertake any other duties relevant to the programme of research.

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• A solid foundation in Machine Learning and Computer Vision.
• A strong publication record in top-tier machine learning conferences/journals.
• Knowledge of scientific or engineering software like PyTorch etc.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, clear logical thinking, and willingness to learn.

• Collaboration with experienced researchers in AI technologies.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that drive innovation.
• Professional growth and development in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Research experience in relevant areas would be desirable.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends or irregular hours.