Research Scientist in Generative AI Graduate (...

Join to apply for the Research Scientist in Generative AI Graduate (Intelligent Creation) - 2026 Start (PhD) role at ByteDanceWe are seeking talented graduates to join the Intelligent Creation Team, an AI, special effects, and audio-video creation technology team responsible for core technology and business development. The team covers a wide range of technical fields, including deep learning, computer vision, graphics, speech, shooting and editing, special effects, client and server engineering, and provides cutting-edge content understanding, content creation, interactive experience, and consumption capabilities to other business lines and external partners.ResponsibilitiesConduct cutting-edge research and development in computer vision and machine learning, especially in the areas of generative AI (e.g., image, video, or 3D generation).Transfer advanced technologies to TikTok and other products.Explore new products with artificial intelligence technology at its core.We are looking for graduates to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will have opportunities to kickstart your career, pursue bold ideas, and explore growth opportunities. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume. Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by end of year 2026. PhD applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis—apply early.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsFinal year Ph.D. or recent Ph.D. graduates in Computer Science or related engineering field.Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.Highly competent in algorithms and programming; strong coding skills in Python/C++.Preferred QualificationsMultimodal generation (text-to-image/video/3D generation and editing) and related multimodal experiences.Experience with image generation, video generation, and 3D generation.Knowledge of diffusion models, GANs, transformers for generation tasks.Experience with large-scale training, RLHF, and generative AI.Publications in top-tier venues (CVPR, ECCV, ICCV, NeurIPS, ICLR, SIGGRAPH, SIGGRAPH Asia) are preferred.BenefitsByteDance benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and support employees in work and life. Benefits include medical insurance with premium coverage for employees (and dependents where applicable), Health Savings Account with company match, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Flexible Spending Account options, and more. Paid time off includes holidays, Paid Personal Time Off, sick days, parental leave, and disability coverage. Mental health support is provided through EAP and Lyra, with additional programs such as a 401K company match and reimbursements for gym and cellphone services. The company reserves the right to modify benefits at any time, with or without notice.Other information includes compensation details and general employment terms. The base salary range for this position is provided for transparency and may vary by location and other factors. This role may be eligible for additional bonuses, incentives, and stock units. Details may vary by country and location.About ByteDanceFounded in 2012, ByteDance’s mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. Our products include TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut, Pico, Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua. We strive to create an inclusive, innovative environment and to celebrate diverse voices.Diversity & InclusionByteDance is committed to an inclusive workplace and to creating an environment that reflects the communities we reach. We celebrate diverse perspectives and strive to accommodate candidates with disabilities or other needs through reasonable accommodations in our recruitment process. For accommodations requests, please reach out to us at the provided contact link.EEO statements and reasonable accommodation notices are provided in compliance with applicable laws.Job Function & SenioritySeniority level: InternshipEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: OtherIndustries: Software DevelopmentNote: This refined description removes duplicate sections, inline promotional content, and extraneous salary tabulations to present a focused, job-focused overview with responsibilities and qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24