Machine Learning Researcher 

100% Remote - US, Canada, UK or EU 

VERSES is a cognitive computing company building next-generation intelligent software systems modeled after the Wisdom and Genius of Nature. We are a distributed, diverse, and inclusive workforce that aspires to do our best work on important problems with exceptional people.

We’re looking for trailblazers and problem solvers passionate about tackling important global-scale challenges so if that sounds appealing, let’s imagine a smarter world together.

🚀Join Our Adventure!

At VERSES, we're shaping the future of computing with our natural computing platform, Genius. We're looking for a Machine Learning Researcher to join an exciting new group working at the cutting edge of ML research.

This unique position combines the benefits of work  within an academic research driven environment, and you will be encouraged to collaborate widely and publish, with the benefits of the commercial sector including compute resources, appropriate remuneration and the ability to pursue the commercial impact of scientific innovations.

✍️Role and Responsibilities

As an ML Researcher you will:

• Pursue cutting edge ML research both independently and as part of a team.
• Develop ML theory, constructing ML implementations at scale and publishing papers with a focus on: Multi-agent dynamics, AI governance and AI alignment
• Distill and present  your work to our company leaders on a regular basis.
• Work with others in the scientific or research community to assist them in their research. This role contributes to specific lines of development and innovation work, to help others who are accountable for product development to implement and operationalize research results

🎓Essential Qualifications 

• Education & Experience
• Must have a PhD or be pursuing doctoral studies or Masters degree and 4 years of experience in ML/AI technology
• Advanced degree in a quantitative field, with experience in computer science, data science, statistics and operations research
• Technical & Domain Knowledge
• Demonstrated track record at publishing in top echelon ML venues such as NeuIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, etc on topics such Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, ML Theory & Foundations Unsupervised Learning & Generative Models
• Knowledge of Active Inference or probabilistic computing
• Experience at the cutting edge of machine learning research
• Have knowledge of implementing AI systems at scale
• Sympathetic to Bayesian approaches in machine learning
• Ability to work within a team of both ML research scientists and engineers

• Communication and Soft Skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• A passion for innovation 

🌱In addition to fostering a culture of highly engaged, emotionally intelligent, and energetic people we offer:

• Global virtual work environment (although some positions may need to operate within specific time zones) 
• Responsible paid time off policy (RTO), and company-recognized Holidays.
• Generous total rewards package

🌟Job Type

• Regular, Full-time
• Remote -  Preference for those in the North America region or the ability for work hours to coincide with the Eastern time zone in the US (subject to change based on business needs).
• Starting at $140,000 for US based individuals; geographically adjusted as appropriate to location. 

VERSES is unable to offer visa sponsorship or assistance with work authorization for this position. Only candidates authorized to work in the United States and Canada without the need for sponsorship will be considered. 

VERSES currently does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email or to VERSES employees. VERSES is not responsible for any fees or overhead related to unsolicited resumes. No agencies, please.