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Company Name
Fairy Devices Co., Ltd.
Job Type
Researcher (Image Processing)
Work Detail
In this position, you will be responsible for processing and analyzing video and audio data using the wearable video and audio hardware, THINKLET. THINKLET can capture video from the wearer's first-person perspective. If the wearer's actions can be estimated from this video, it is expected to have a wide range of applications, such as improving work efficiency through analysis, detecting work omissions, and automatically assisting workers. With this in mind, our company is engaged in research and development of first-person perspective video, and we are conducting joint research not only in-house but also with client companies that are using THINKLET. In this context, you are expected to engage in the following tasks: - Research on prior research and case studies - Supervision of video and audio data collection methods - Evaluation and customization of existing machine learning models - Setting appropriate research topics based on client requests - Data analysis and development of machine learning models tailored to the client's challenges You will be required to achieve goals through rational means, with a broad perspective that includes not only creating new technologies yourself but also introducing technologies from other research institutions, etc. At the same time, it is essential that all R&D personnel work together collaboratively to create a single core technology. Actively presenting research and development results at domestic and international conferences and in academic journals, as well as interacting with researchers outside the company, are also part of the job.
Ideal Profile
Required Skills/Experience - Knowledge, research experience, or practical experience in machine learning, data mining, or similar fields. - Basic knowledge at the undergraduate level (linear algebra, probability and statistics, etc.), and introductory knowledge of machine learning or data mining, even without direct experience in image processing, video processing, or multimedia signal processing. - Programming ability in Python or C/C++. Practical experience or research experience in at least one of these languages is required. Preferred Skills/Experience - Research or development experience in image processing, video processing, or multimedia signal processing. - Master's or PhD in computer science or a related field (mathematical science, etc.). - English communication and academic writing skills. - Experience participating in data analysis competitions such as Kaggle.
What we especially look for in a PhD or postdoctoral fellow
- Master's or doctoral degree in computer science or a related field (such as mathematical sciences)
Work Location
7F, Yushima Urban Building, 2-31-22 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
Phd. Stating Salary
- Annual salary: ¥5,250,000 - ¥9,500,000 - Bonus (twice a year, performance-based) - Probationary period (generally 6 months) - Example salary: ¥375,000 - ¥675,000 per month Salary will be determined considering your previous salary.
Selection Flow
For those who wish to proceed with the document screening or learn more about the company, we offer an online casual interview (optional). *Documents will be requested after the interview. ↓ Interview (approximately 2 rounds). Results will be notified within approximately 10 business days, regardless of whether you pass or fail. ↓ Job Offer While the process is primarily online, the final interview will be conducted in person.