Staff Applied Audio Research Engineer

Gladia, founded in 2022, is a rapidly growing speech AI company headquartered in Paris and New York City. With over 150,000 users and 700 enterprise clients, they're revolutionizing speech recognition technology across 100+ languages. Recently securing $16M in Series A funding from prestigious investors like Sequoia Capital, New Wave, and XAnge, they're at the forefront of AI audio infrastructure development.

The Staff Applied Audio Research Engineer role represents a unique opportunity to lead next-generation audio model development. This position combines applied research, model engineering, and production-grade ML implementation. The ideal candidate will drive innovation in speech recognition, working with cutting-edge technologies and architectures while optimizing for real-world performance.

The role demands expertise in audio ML, deep learning, and system-level optimization. You'll be responsible for the complete lifecycle of audio models, from architecture exploration to production deployment. The position offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art tools and frameworks while contributing to open-source projects and mentoring team members.

Working at Gladia means joining a collaborative, fast-paced environment where creativity and innovation are valued. The company offers attractive benefits, including flexible work arrangements, comprehensive health coverage, and professional development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about audio AI and eager to make a significant impact in the field.