At Udio, our mission is to enable the next generation of music creators with state-of-the-art AI tools. Our founding team is composed of world-leading AI researchers, formerly of Google DeepMind. Between the founders, they have 4 PhDs, degrees from Harvard, Oxford, Mila, and Edinburgh, and industry experience at DeepMind, Google, Nvidia, Dropbox, Yext, and more.
Our company isn’t just about world-class AI; our product and design team bring deep expertise and design experience from leading tech companies such as Spotify, Instagram, and Airbnb. They are innovators in their own right, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in music and technology.
We’re proud to be backed by Andreesen Horowitz and an all-star lineup of visionaries from the tech, music, and creative worlds—including will.i.am, Common, Tay Keith, United Masters, Kevin Wall, Mike Krieger (Instagram co-founder), and Oriol Vinyals (head of Gemini).
Check out this video from our Co Founder, David Ding that gives you much more insights into what we are doing here at Udio.
Role Description
We are a forward-thinking company at the forefront of innovation in AI and audio technology, dedicated to creating next-generation audio experiences. At Udio, you will have the chance to do cutting edge research on generative AI for the audio domain, with hundreds of GPUs at your disposal. You will be working with a talented team of researchers and engineers with extensive experience with large scale deep learning, and one of the most advanced diffusion modeling stacks in existence.
As a Senior AI Research Engineer at Udio, you will be part of a collaborative team of experts in audio, signal processing, and AI/ML applications. You will play a key role in developing pioneering products that enhance the way people experience music. First-time users often describe our product as pure magic — help us build this magical experience for music creators around the world!
Key Responsibilities
* Research audio generative modeling techniques
* Apply domain expertise in audio signal processing to improve our generative models
* Construct datasets to take our models to the next level
* Implement model architectures and model training code
* Explore new possibilities in audio processing, AI/ML-driven audio generation, and immersive sound experiences
* Work with a global team of researchers and engineers to create impactful audio innovations for various applications and industries
Knowledge & Skills
* A deep passion for audio technology and an interest in applying AI/ML techniques to create new, immersive sound experiences
* Advanced academic background, preferably a Ph.D. in Deep Learning or experience in industry
* Relevant research or development experience in areas such as generative AI, large scale/distributed deep learning, construction of large scale data gathering, or audio signal processing
* Proficiency in programming languages such as MATLAB, C/C++, and Python, and experience with AI/ML frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow
* Ability to implement and develop software prototypes effectively
* Strong communication skills, with fluency in English or the local language
* If you are excited about the future of audio technology and enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we invite you to bring your expertise and creativity to our team. Help us shape the future of AI and Music.
Our Culture
We love doing things exceptionally well, and we have fun doing so! Some cultural traits we value are:
* Passion for creating products people love
* Commitment to do what is right, no matter how hard the task
* Willingness to work hard with others who work similarly hard, to achieve revolutionary technology
* Deep interest in generative AI and pioneering technology
* Highly competitive salary and equity
* Flexible time off (~25 days PTO/year)
* Fantastic office location in Manhattan
* Productivity package, including ChatGPT Plus and Copilot
* Top notch private health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
* 401(k) plan options with 5% employer matching
* Concierge medical/primary care through One Medical and Rightway
* Mental health support from Spring Health
* Personalized life insurance, travel assistance, and many other perks
Udio's success hinges on hiring great people and creating an environment where we can be happy, feel challenged, and do our best work.
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