534 AI Researcher jobs in Mumbai

• Conducting groundbreaking research in NLP and related AI fields, pushing the boundaries of current capabilities.
• Designing, developing, and implementing state-of-the-art NLP models and algorithms.
• Publishing research findings in top-tier academic conferences and journals.
• Mentoring and guiding a team of talented AI researchers and engineers.
• Collaborating with product and engineering teams to translate research breakthroughs into practical applications and features.
• Staying ahead of the curve by identifying emerging trends and opportunities in AI and NLP research.
• Developing and advocating for new research directions and proposals.
• Contributing to the company's patent portfolio.
• Presenting research work internally and externally.
• Maintaining rigorous standards for research quality, reproducibility, and ethical AI practices.

Brahma is a pioneering enterprise AI company developing Astras, AI-native products built to help enterprises and creators innovate at scale. Brahma enables teams to break creative bottlenecks, accelerate storytelling, and deliver standout content with speed and efficiency. Part of the DNEG Group, Brahma brings together Hollywood's leading creative technologists, innovators in AI and Generative AI, and thought leaders in the ethical creation of AI content.

We are looking for a Gen AI Researcher for Audio to join our team and help develop next-generation voice synthesis models. You'll research and build deep learning systems that can generate expressive, natural-sounding speech from text or audio prompts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate your work into production-ready pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and develop state-of-the-art voice synthesis models (e.g., TTS, voice cloning, speech-to-speech).
• Build and fine-tune models using frameworks like PyTorch and HuggingFace.
• Design training pipelines and datasets for scalable voice model training.
• Explore techniques for emotional expressiveness, multilingual synthesis, and speaker adaptation.
• Work closely with product and creative teams to ensure models meet quality and production constraints.
• Stay on top of academic and industrial trends in speech synthesis and related fields.

Must Haves

• Strong background in machine learning and deep learning, with focus on speech/audio.
• Hands-on experience with TTS, voice cloning, or related voice synthesis tasks.
• Proficiency with Python and PyTorch; experience with libraries like torchaudio, ESPnet, or similar.
• Experience training models at scale and working with large audio datasets.
• Familiarity with vocoders and transformer-based architectures.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work autonomously in a remote-first environment.

Nice to Have

• PhD degree in Computer Science/ Machine Learning and publications in top venues.
• Contributions to open-source speech research or participation in relevant benchmarks.
• Familiarity with adjacent areas like lip-syncing, audio-driven animation, or expressive speech control.
• Experience with voice datasets or proprietary pipelines.

• Conduct cutting-edge research on AI ethics, fairness, accountability, transparency, and safety.
• Develop and refine methodologies for evaluating AI systems for ethical risks.
• Analyze the societal impact of AI technologies and propose mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to embed ethical principles into AI development.
• Advise on ethical considerations for new AI product features and applications.
• Author research papers, white papers, and policy recommendations.
• Present findings at academic conferences and industry forums.
• Contribute to the development of company-wide AI ethics guidelines and governance frameworks.
• Mentor junior researchers and foster ethical discussions within the organization.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including policymakers and civil society organizations.

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Sociology, or a related field with a specialization in AI ethics or technology policy.
• 5+ years of experience in AI ethics research or a closely related field.
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and AI systems.
• Proven track record of academic publications and contributions to the AI ethics discourse.
• Expertise in fairness, accountability, and transparency (FAT) in AI.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with research design, data analysis (quantitative and qualitative), and research ethics.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for responsible AI innovation.

• Conduct original research on ethical issues related to Artificial Intelligence.
• Develop and refine frameworks for responsible AI development and deployment.
• Publish research findings in leading academic journals and conferences.
• Design and lead research projects, manage timelines, and supervise research assistants.
• Engage with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the public on AI ethics topics.
• Teach courses or seminars related to AI ethics and responsible innovation.
• Collaborate with researchers across various disciplines to foster interdisciplinary projects.
• Seek external funding for research initiatives.
• Organize workshops, symposia, and public events on AI ethics.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the university and mentor students.

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Philosophy, Law, Sociology, or a related field with a specialization in AI ethics or technology ethics.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of post-doctoral research experience.
• A strong publication record in relevant academic fields.
• Deep understanding of AI technologies, machine learning, and their societal implications.
• Demonstrated ability to secure research grants and funding.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills (written and oral).
• Experience in teaching or curriculum development is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse academic environment.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to foster interdisciplinary research.
• Familiarity with international AI ethics guidelines and policy discussions.

• Lead research initiatives on AI ethics, focusing on areas such as bias detection and mitigation, fairness metrics, accountability frameworks, and algorithmic transparency.
• Develop novel methodologies and tools for assessing and addressing ethical risks in AI systems.
• Publish research findings in leading academic journals and present at international conferences.
• Collaborate closely with AI engineers, data scientists, and product managers to integrate ethical considerations into the AI development lifecycle.
• Advise on policy development and best practices for responsible AI deployment.
• Conduct impact assessments of AI technologies on various societal groups.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and AI ethics research.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the intellectual growth of the team.
• Develop educational materials and training programs on AI ethics for internal stakeholders.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, and advocacy groups, to foster dialogue on AI ethics.
• Contribute to the company's thought leadership in the field of responsible AI.

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Social Sciences, or a related field with a specialization in AI ethics or a related area.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in AI ethics research, with a proven publication record in reputable venues.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and their potential ethical implications.
• Expertise in developing and applying ethical frameworks and methodologies to AI systems.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical and ethical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience in collaborating with technical teams and influencing product development.
• Ability to work independently and lead research projects in a fully remote setting.
• Familiarity with AI policy and regulatory landscapes is a plus.
• Passion for advancing ethical AI and promoting its beneficial use in society.

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About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!