Meta
AI

Research Scientist Intern, Multimodal and Multitasking Machine Learning (PhD)

Meta · Redmond, WA, US · $87k - $145k

Actively hiring Posted 5 months ago

Responsibilities

  • Research on design / model / execution of efficient ML algorithms
  • Research on novel ML or computational imaging algorithms for applications and optimize existing algorithms
  • Research on development and optimization of edge computing algorithms (ML and non-ML)
  • Collaboration with and support of other researchers across various disciplines
  • Communication of research agenda, progress and results
  • Prototyping, building and characterizing experimental systems and custom hardware

Basic qualifications

  • Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in the fields of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
  • 2+ years research experience in one or more of the following: developing machine learning and computer vision models, optimization of edge computing algorithms, or distributed compute architectures
  • 2+ years experience programming in Python/C++
  • Experience with Deep Learning frameworks (Pytorch, TensorFlow, etc)

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience in multimodal ML algorithms (object detection, classification, tracking, keyword spotting, ASR, etc)
  • Experience in deploying ML algorithms to real-time with mobile platforms
  • Experience w/ NAS or developing and deploying algorithms with hardware constraints
  • Experience w/ pretraining using self-supervised learning
  • Experience w/ tuning LLM
  • Experience in privacy preserving ML algorithms
  • Proven track record of achieving significant results, as demonstrated by first- and/or co-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, TinyML, NeurIPS, ICML), patents, or grants
  • Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship

About the company

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].

$7,313/month to $12,134/month + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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