Senior Researcher 103600

1 Month ago • All levels

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Job Description

Tencent Games is seeking a Senior Researcher to develop machine translation algorithms for the gaming industry. You will optimize translation systems, analyze challenges, and stay informed on NLP technologies. Must have strong experience with deep learning algorithms, large model training, and Python/C++ programming.
Must have:
  • Deep Learning
  • Large Model Training
  • Python Programming
  • C++ Programming
Good to have:
  • Commercial NMT
  • WMT Evaluation
  • Top-tier Publications
  • Gaming Industry Knowledge
Perks:
  • Sign-on Payment
  • Relocation Package
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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 researching and developing machine translation algorithms in the gaming field, including neural network-based translation models, open-source large models, and multi-system integration
2. Optimize machine translation systems to improve translation quality and efficiency
3. Analyze and solve common problems and challenges in machine translation, such as ambiguity, polysemy, and language differences
4. Keep track of and research the latest NLP technologies and algorithms to stay informed about the industry

Requirements:

1. Pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Artificial Intelligence, or related fields

2. Proficiency in deep learning algorithms and have in-depth understanding and practical experience in training large models, such as parameter tuning and fine-tuning

3. Proficient in programming languages like Python, C++, and familiar with commonly used deep learning frameworks (such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc)

4. Experience in developing commercial NMT systems or outstanding performance in WMT machine translation evaluations is preferred

5. Preference will be given to those who have papers in top-tier conferences such as ACL, EMNLP, NIPS, ICLR, etc.

6. Have strong team collaboration and communication skills, able to work closely with team members and push project progress

7. Passionate about the gaming industry, with a certain understanding of the gaming field


 

Location State(s)

California


 

The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $124,800 to $260,400 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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$124.8K - $260.4K/yr (Outscal est.)
$192.6K/yr avg.
Palo Alto, California, United States

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About The Company

Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world.


Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, Tencent's guiding principle is to use technology for good. Our communication and social services connect more than one billion people around the world, helping them to keep in touch with friends and family, access transportation, pay for daily necessities, and even be entertained.


Tencent also publishes some of the world's most popular video games and other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe.


Tencent also offers a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients' digital transformation and business growth.


Tencent has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 2004.

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