David AI · 5 months ago
Applied Audio ML Engineer
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $260K/yr
5+ years expDavid AI is a leading company in the field of audio machine learning, focusing on transforming raw audio data into high-signal insights for AI labs and enterprises. As an Applied ML Engineer, you will be responsible for building advanced speech and audio models, developing production inference systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance model quality through effective data management.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AudioGenerative AIMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Research, design, and implement solutions using advanced signal processing algorithms and bleeding edge ML models with application to speech and audio
Develop production-grade inference algorithms, pipelines, and APIs with cross-functional teams that unlock key insights into our data for our customers
Collaborating with our Operations team to gather useful training and evaluation datasets to improve the quality of our models
Architect systems that enable resilient, durable inference and evaluations
Qualification
Required
5+ years of professional audio ML experience, including DSP and ML audio algorithm development
End-to-end ownership of ML pipelines, from proof-of-concept to production deployment
Strong coding skills in Python and proficiency with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch
Ability to translate research papers and ideas into high-quality, production-ready code
Experience deploying ML systems for production inference with cloud technologies
Track record of setting ML roadmaps, influencing technical direction, and prioritizing research and infrastructure investments
Ability to assess model quality in the context of user experience and business value
Preferred
PhD or Masters in Computer Science or a related field
Experience training generative AI models
Expertise in audio signal processing both classical and machine learning techniques
Benefits
Flexible PTO policy.
Top-notch health, dental, and vision coverage with 100% company reimbursement for most plans.
Paid lunch and dinner in the office, every day through DoorDash.
401k access.
Company
David AI
David AI supplies audio datasets and associated services for speech, multilingual, and conversational AI applications.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
David AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$80.5MKey Investors
First Round CapitalY Combinator
2025-10-08Series B· $50M
2025-05-22Series A· $25M
2025-01-16Seed· $5M
Recent News
Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
2025-10-23
Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
2025-10-23
globallegalchronicle.com
2025-10-16
Company data provided by crunchbase