Company Name
Honda Research Institute Japan Co., Ltd.
Job Type
Researcher specializing in speech recognition and acoustic processing algorithms.
* Fixed-term contract, renewable.
Work Detail
Established in 2003 in Japan, the United States, and Europe, as a wholly owned subsidiary of Honda R&D Co., Ltd., HRI aims to be an organization that challenges new fields beyond automotive technology. Our guiding principle is "Innovation through Science." Towards the realization of a hybrid society where people, the global environment, and intelligent systems coexist in harmony, we focus on communication and sensing, such as Cooperative Intelligence and Cooperative Devices, through a multifaceted approach drawing from artificial intelligence, robotics, systems science, neuroscience, materials science, psychology, and social ethics. We are engaged in various research projects.
■ Job Openings
We are seeking a "Speech Recognition and Acoustic Processing Algorithm Researcher" to work on next-generation technology research to solve various problems related to acoustics and speech recognition.
[Job Details]
* Acoustic and language model adaptation in speech recognition, end-to-end models, dialization, and Kaldi/ESPnet applications
* Time-series signal processing, speech enhancement, and noise reduction in acoustic processing
* Strategic planning for acoustic and speech recognition research in collaboration with Honda Group companies and sister companies
In the future, we expect you to become a team leader, responsible for formulating strategies in this field, proposing new technologies and research themes, project management, mentoring team members and junior colleagues, building networks with internal and external experts, and making external presentations.
[Job Characteristics]
This job involves working with cutting-edge technologies in next-generation acoustic and speech recognition research, from planning and proposing solutions to implementation and experimentation, with a view to applications. You will actively conduct research and make recommendations, including publishing your own papers. Leveraging your experience and knowledge, you will be able to plan and propose research directions, goals, approaches, and plans, engaging in challenging and rewarding work.
• Speech Recognition Algorithms (Acoustic Models, Language Models, End-to-End Models, Dialysis, etc.)
• Acoustic Processing Algorithms (Time-Series Signal Processing, Speech Enhancement, Noise Reduction, etc.)
• Machine Learning Algorithms Related to the Above (Deep Learning, etc.)
Based on Honda's shared philosophy that "technology exists for the benefit of people," we will leverage our experience and knowledge to lead research and development with speed and innovative ideas, aiming to become a unique entity in the world. We will grasp the cutting edge trends in the acoustics and speech recognition fields, clearly define the value of the technological research we should pursue, and proactively promote research on next-generation acoustics and speech recognition algorithms.
Furthermore, we will envision specific application fields and users, and aim for higher results through rapid prototyping, experimentation, analysis, and feedback. We will actively disseminate the research results obtained externally through international conferences and papers, contributing to enhancing our company's presence.
Promoted as a research project under the Research Division Manager (Department: Research Division).
Research projects are initiated after the individual proposes the content and budget, and are approved by the board.
• A highly international workplace with approximately half of all employees being foreign nationals. Communication within the company is conducted daily in both Japanese and English.
• The workplace is located within Honda Motor Co., Ltd.'s "Wako Campus," a suburban office that has received numerous awards.
• Researchers have considerable autonomy, and the external publication of research results is actively encouraged. There is a culture that respects the company's direction while also valuing the will of the researchers.
Ideal Profile
【MUST】
・Experience in theoretical or experimental research on acoustic and speech recognition algorithms
・Experience presenting at international conferences or publishing papers related to acoustic and speech recognition
・3+ years of software development experience (Python, C/C++, etc.)
【WANT】
・Business-level English proficiency (speaking and writing)
・Ability to share our company's vision and mission
・Experience in collaborative research or business with overseas research institutions is a plus
