Senior Staff Researcher

9 Months ago • 5 Years + • Research Development • $124,800 PA - $260,400 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Level Infinite, a global gaming brand under Tencent, is seeking a Senior Staff Researcher to contribute to the research and development of speech recognition, speech synthesis, and speech cloning algorithms in minor languages. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in speech synthesis or speech cloning and a deep understanding of TTS and speech cloning principles. Key responsibilities include implementing and improving acoustic models and vocoder algorithms, exploring innovations in speech synthesis technology and application scenarios, and applying algorithmic results to various scenarios. The role requires proficiency in deep learning, neural networks, and related open-source tools and frameworks, as well as strong communication and collaboration skills. Passion for the gaming industry is also highly valued.
Must have:
  • 5+ years in speech synthesis or cloning
  • Master's or PhD in related fields
  • Deep understanding of TTS and speech cloning
  • Experience with cutting-edge speech algorithms
  • Proficiency in deep learning and neural networks
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Team collaboration and communication skills
  • Passion for gaming industry
Good to have:
  • Experience in high-expressiveness speech synthesis
  • Experience in style transfer, voice conversion, and emotional synthesis
Perks:
  • Sign-on payment
  • Relocation package
  • Restricted stock units
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits

Job Details

Responsibilities:

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China.

Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games. We provide cross-platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 200 countries and regions around the world. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, and League of Legends, are some of our most popular titles around the world.

Meanwhile, we actively promote the development of esports industry, work with global partners to build an open, collaborative and symbiotic industrial ecology, and create high-quality digital life experiences for players.

Level Infinite is Tencent’s global gaming brand. It is a global game publisher offering a comprehensive network of services for games, development teams, and studios around the world. We are dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play while building a community that fosters inclusivity, connection, and accessibility. Level Infinite also provides a wide range of services and resources to our network of developers and partner studios around the world to help them unlock the true potential of their games.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the research and development of algorithms and models for speech recognition, speech synthesis, and speech cloning in minor languages, including but not limited to the implementation and improvement of acoustic models, vocoder algorithms, and their optimization in real-world scenarios.

2. Keep up with cutting-edge technology research, integrating business planning to continuously explore innovations in speech synthesis technology and application scenarios.

3. Apply relevant algorithmic results to various scenarios such as speech, speech translation (S2TT, S2ST), and virtual humans.

Requirements:

1. Over 5 years of research and work experience in speech synthesis or speech cloning, with a background in speech, signal processing, computer science, or related fields.

2. Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Artificial Intelligence, or related fields.

3. Deep understanding of TTS and speech cloning principles, mastery of the latest speech technology, and extensive involvement in the development and implementation of cutting-edge speech synthesis or speech cloning algorithms.

4. Experience in high-expressiveness speech synthesis, style transfer, voice conversion, and emotional synthesis is preferred.

5. Proficient in deep learning, neural networks, and related open-source tools and frameworks (such as TensorFlow, PyTorch).

6. Strong logical thinking, excellent analytical and communication skills, high enthusiasm for technology, self-driven, and pursuit of excellence.

7. Strong team collaboration and communication skills, able to work closely with team members to drive project progress.

8. Passionate about the gaming industry with a certain level of understanding of the gaming field.


 

Location State(s)

California


 

The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $124,800.0 to $260,400.0 per year. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered.

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