Lead Senior Applied Scientist in Speech Technology ...

Job Description Join the innovative team at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) as we redefine the future of cloud technology for enterprises. The OCI Speech Science team is leading the charge on AI-driven speech advancements, specializing in areas such as Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Text-To-Speech (TTS), Speech-To-Speech (S2S) translation, and conversational AI. Our mission is to offer robust, secure, and scalable speech and language services tailored specifically for enterprise applications around the world. As a pivotal member of the OCI Generative AI Science team, you will collaborate with a talented group of applied scientists, engineers, and product managers to formulate and deliver industry-leading speech solutions on OCI. Your expertise will be crucial in steering OCI's Speech AI strategy by developing and implementing enterprise-grade services that prioritize user satisfaction while ensuring data protection. We seek an exceptional applied scientist to drive research and innovation in ASR, TTS, S2S translation, and conversational AI. In the role of Lead Senior Applied Scientist, you will significantly contribute to the research, development, and deployment of advanced AI models suitable for real-world applications across diverse industries. Responsibilities Research and Development: Lead groundbreaking research initiatives in ASR, TTS, S2S translation, and conversational AI. Evaluate model architectures, data sources, and algorithms to enhance our speech technologies. Model Development: Design, train, and optimize large-scale deep learning models for speech recognition, synthesis, and translation. Deliver outstanding performance and reliability for our enterprise customers. Team Leadership: Mentor a team of scientists and engineers to foster an inclusive and innovative work environment that encourages creative solutions in speech and language processing. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and UX teams to seamlessly integrate ASR, TTS, S2S, and conversational AI features into OCI's cloud-native products and services. Customer-Centric Solutions: Understand enterprise needs and deliver tailored speech and conversational AI solutions that address complex use cases with the highest quality and trust. Technology Evangelism: Identify and promote new opportunities for voice and speech AI across Oracle's product offerings. Advocate best practices regarding responsible AI and data security. Continuous Learning: Stay current on industry trends, research breakthroughs, and advancements in AI/ML methodologies relevant to speech and conversational AI. Qualifications & Experience A PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Linguistics, or a related field, focusing on machine learning or deep learning, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in one of the aforementioned fields with 12+ years of relevant experience. Strong publication record, including as a lead author in prestigious conferences or journals. Extensive expertise in ASR, TTS, S2S translation, conversational AI, NLP, and deep learning. Demonstrated history of successfully leading research and development projects. In-depth knowledge of machine learning algorithms and architectures. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills. Outstanding leadership and communication abilities. If you're passionate about advancing speech technologies and boast a strong track record of successes, we encourage you to apply. Disclaimer: Some customer or client-facing roles may be subject to immunization and occupational health mandates. Compensation Information: Range in USD from: $139,400 to $291,800 per annum. Bonus, equity, and compensation deferral may be available. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability Life insurance and AD&D Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Savings Plan with company match Generous paid time off, including flexible vacation 11 paid holidays Paid sick leave Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Voluntary benefits This position is open for applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or until filled. About Us: Oracle unites data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to drive innovations and improve lives globally. We are committed to integrating AI across our products and services, empowering our customers to create a brighter future. We value a diverse workforce, offering competitive benefits, flexibility, and opportunities for community engagement. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-10