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<div data-automation-id="jobPostingDescription" class="css-oplht1"><h2>Job Title:</h2>Principal Level Designer<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2>Requisition ID:</h2>R024418<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2>Job Description:</h2><div><p>Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for an Expert Level Desinger to join the development of a new IP. &nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p>You will improve, develop, and innovate rendering techniques for AAA titles.  You will work closely with engineers and artists to bring excitement to life on the screen. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p>As a leader on the project, you’ll help take the studio and our game from great to even better—with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.</p><p></p><div><div><p><b>You’ll help us by…</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Partnering with the </span><span>Gameplay </span><span>Director to 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Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p></p></div><div><p><b>Our World</b>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p>At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. 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And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p>Ready to Activate Your Future?&nbsp;</p></div><div><p>#elsewhere&nbsp;</p></div><p></p></div></div></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>Rewards</b></p><p>We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!&nbsp; Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul><p></p><p>Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.&nbsp; You can learn more by visiting <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/"><span><span><span style="word-break: break-word; word-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto; -webkit-hyphens:auto; -ms-hyphens: auto; -moz-hyphens: auto;">https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/</span></span></span></a>.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $134,000.00 - $247,900.00 Annual. 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Hedra seeks a Senior ML Engineer/Research Engineer to develop and deploy machine learning models, focusing on 3DVAE and video diffusion models. Responsibilities include model design, optimization, data preprocessing for large video/3D datasets, performance evaluation, collaboration with the research team, and mentoring junior engineers.  The ideal candidate possesses a Master's or PhD in a relevant field, several years of experience in ML model development (particularly in video generation), strong Python and deep learning framework skills, and experience with VAEs and diffusion models. This role requires a strong blend of research and engineering expertise, with a focus on data handling and model optimization.

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<div class="_descriptionText_4fqrp_201"><p style="min-height:1.5em">Hedra is a pioneering generative media company backed by top investors at Index, A16Z, and Abstract Ventures. We're building Hedra Studio, a multimodal creation platform capable of control, emotion, and creative intelligence.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">At the core of Hedra Studio is our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/hedra_labs/status/1897699010632466469">Character-3</a> foundation model, the first omnimodal model in production. Character-3 jointly reasons across image, text, and audio for more intelligent video generation — it’s the next evolution of AI-driven content creation.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"><em>Note: At Hedra, we’re a team of hard-working, passionate individuals seeking to fundamentally change content and build a generational company together. You should have start-up experience and be a self-starter that is driven to build impactful products that change the status quo. You must be willing to work in-person in either NYC or SF.</em></p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Overview:</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">We are seeking a senior ML Engineer/Research Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and deployment of our machine learning models, with a focus on 3DVAE and video diffusion models and data processing. This role requires a combination of research acumen and engineering prowess, emphasizing data handling and model optimization.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Design, implement, and optimize machine learning models, focusing on 3DVAE and video diffusion models, ensuring they meet performance benchmarks.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Handle data preparation and preprocessing for model training, managing large video and 3D datasets effectively.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Conduct experiments to evaluate model performance and iterate on improvements, aligning with research goals.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Collaborate with the research team to translate research findings into practical applications, bridging the gap between theory and implementation.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth of the team, fostering a collaborative environment.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Qualifications:</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field, with a focus on data-driven ML.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Several years of experience in developing and deploying ML models, particularly in video generation or related areas.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with deep learning frameworks, essential for model implementation.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Experience with generative models, particularly VAEs and diffusion models, aligning with company technologies.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Excellent communication and leadership skills, given the need to mentor and collaborate.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">A track record of successful ML projects is a plus, reflecting practical impact.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em">This senior role balances research and engineering, with a focus on data handling, ensuring experienced leadership in model development.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2>Benefits:</h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Competitive compensation and equity</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">401k (no match)</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Healthcare (Silver PPO Medical, Vision, Dental)</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Lunch and snacks at the office</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><em>We encourage you to apply even if you don't fully meet all the listed requirements; we value potential and diverse perspectives, and your unique skills could be a great asset to our team.</em></p></div>