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Company Name
Tome Research Institute Co., Ltd.
Job Type
AI Research Engineer (for doctoral students)
Work Detail
[AI Research Engineer] - Research and development of cutting-edge software such as new algorithms - Research and development of new algorithms in artificial intelligence, machine learning/deep learning, data science, image processing, inspection/measurement/robotics, natural language processing, human interface, embedded control, etc. ■ Job Description - Research and development of cutting-edge software - Research and development of new algorithms in artificial intelligence, machine learning/deep learning, data science, image processing, inspection/measurement/robotics, natural language processing, human interface, embedded control, etc. - Specific Examples - Machine learning and deep learning, which correspond to human (natural intelligence) knowledge processing: Core technologies that dramatically improve the accuracy of judgment and recognition of data such as images, sounds, and language. - Image processing, which corresponds to human (natural intelligence) visual processing: Image recognition that distinguishes objects and estimates their location. Furthermore, GPU programming for high-speed processing, etc. - Natural language processing, which corresponds to human (natural intelligence) language processing: speech recognition and information retrieval necessary for responses, and machine learning techniques to improve their accuracy, etc. - Project matching method - From a diverse range of projects from clients, we consider experience, skills, and preferences to assign you to the project best suited for your career advancement (commuting time is also considered for client-site projects). - Research and development process - We solve complex technical challenges step by step by repeating the following process with the client: * Hearing about the challenges along with the client's overall concept * Investigating papers and other materials to break through the challenges * Implementing and evaluating the optimal algorithm according to the investigation results * Analyzing test results and reporting to the client, and extracting and sharing the next challenges - You can acquire practical theories and useful technologies by applying the latest theories to actual problems - Sharing and addressing challenges through project leader meetings, etc. ■ Examples of Research and Development Projects ▼Knowledge Processing Related • Data Science • Ground Recognition System Using Deep Learning • Machine Learning System for Natural Language Processing • Optimization Algorithm Using Mathematical and Statistical Analysis • Biochemical Reaction Simulation System ▼Image Processing Related • Basic Algorithm for Face Image Processing • Traffic Sign Recognition Algorithm for Automated Driving • 3D Image Recognition Technology ▼Natural Language Processing • Technical Literature Search Application • Development of New DNN Interface Functions for Speech Recognition ▼Other • Control Systems for Inspection, Measurement, Robots, etc. • Ubiquitous Network Robot Technology
Ideal Profile
■ Desired Candidate Profile ・Individuals who resonate with our company's management philosophy and can promote the following workplace culture: - A group of highly motivated engineers aiming to research and develop algorithms that solve complex technical problems and develop systems that change society. - A group of engineers specializing in intelligent information processing technology, that is, cutting-edge technology, and a group that works tirelessly day and night to solidify it. * A group of intellectually curious individuals * Finding supreme joy in solving the unknown * To put it extremely, relieving work fatigue by solving mathematical equations ・ Individuals who enjoy thinking ・ Individuals who want to experience the joy of understanding something they didn't know before ・ Individuals who are motivated to accomplish something on their own ・ Individuals who want to be involved in a wide variety of cutting-edge technologies ・ Individuals with a broad range of interests
What we especially look for in a PhD or postdoctoral fellow
■ Engineers with a wide range of expertise, including physics, information technology, and mathematics, are active here. - 50% of our engineers hold PhDs, and 80% are graduates of doctoral programs. - Their areas of specialization are diverse, including physics, information technology, and mathematics. - We attract talented individuals from all over Japan and overseas. - As a research and development company that continuously handles research and development, we have many employees who love technology, are eager to advance their careers, and are dedicated learners. - Characteristics of our workplace culture: - "A gathering of intellectual curiosity" - "The greatest joy is solving the unknown" - "To put it extremely, we have engineers who relieve work fatigue by solving mathematical equations." ■ Examples of research conducted by our active PhD engineers: - Information Engineering (Research topic: Image processing) - Our project: Image processing where research experience can be directly utilized - Physics (Research topic: Elementary particle physics) - Our project: Numerical analysis algorithms where mathematical knowledge can be utilized - Mathematics (Research topic: Discrete computational models) - Projects at our company: Natural language processing utilizing mathematical knowledge, etc. - Life functions (Research content: Visual information processing) - Projects at our company: Acoustic signal processing utilizing data analysis experience
Work Location
■ Work Location ・Placement will be determined considering your preferences (as a general rule, no company-mandated transfers after joining the company) ▼ Our Own Labs (Tome Research Institute Labs) ・Kyoto Lab: 85-1 Mikura-cho, Sanjo-dori Karasuma Nishi-iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City ・Hiroshima Lab: 6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City ・Keihanna Lab: 1-7 Kodai, Seika-cho, Soraku-gun, Kyoto Prefecture ・Nagoya Lab: 5-11-6 Kanayama, Naka-ku, Nagoya City ・Tsukuba Lab: 1-1-1 Chuo, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture ・Yokohama Lab: 134 Kambe-cho, Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama City ・Tokyo Lab: 3-2-1 Sakado, Takatsu-ku, Kawasaki City ▼ Client Sites (within commuting distance from home) ・Chugoku Region: Hiroshima, Yamaguchi, etc. ・Kansai Region: Kyoto, Shiga, Osaka, Nara, Hyogo, etc. ・Tokai Region: Aichi, Gifu, Mie, etc. ・Kanto Region: Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Ibaraki, etc.
Phd. Stating Salary
■ Salary and Annual Income Examples ▼Starting Salary ・Doctoral Program Graduates: Monthly salary of 280,000 yen (an additional 20,000 yen allowance is paid for fieldwork) ・Overtime pay is paid in full separately ▼Annual Income Examples ・4,900,000 yen / 2nd year (Monthly salary of 290,000 yen + various allowances + bonus)
Selection Flow
■ Application Process 1. Enter the required information via "Entry" 2. Your My Page will be created 3. Complete your application by answering the "Confirmation of Selection Request for [Tome Research Institute Co., Ltd.]" on your My Page. ■ Selection Process 1. [First Selection] Application Screening (Profile information, etc. at the time of application) 2. [Second Selection] Document Screening (Resume, Research History, Essay, Skill Check Sheet) 3. [Third Selection] Interview Screening (Written Exam, Company Presentation, Interview) 4. [Job Offer] ■ Additional Information Regarding Selection ・Applications submitted via My Page will be treated as applications for the first selection. Participation in the company presentation is not required. ・The period from the first selection to the job offer is 1 to 1.5 months. ・Details regarding the documents to be submitted for document screening will be provided after passing the first selection. ・A detailed explanation of the company and a Q&A session will be conducted during the interview screening. ・Multiple interviews may be conducted (online or telephone interviews will be conducted for those living far away). ■ Contact Information • Recruitment Manager (Yoshida): saiyou@tome.jp • Note: The recruitment manager also has experience in doctoral studies. Questions can be sent via email.