Autodesk · 4 days ago
Senior Principal Responsible AI Research Scientist
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$171K/yr - $295K/yrAutodesk is a company that creates innovative software for various industries. They are seeking a Senior Principal Responsible AI Research Scientist to develop safe and reliable AI systems, conduct original research, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate responsible AI practices into their products and services.
3D TechnologyArchitectureConstructionManufacturingSoftware Engineering
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Kopatz-Olson
Responsibilities
Conduct original research on responsible, safe, reliable, robust, and trustworthy AI
Develop new ML models and AI techniques with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and responsible implementation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to integrate responsible AI practices into Autodesk products and services
Review and synthesize relevant literature on AI safety, reliability, and responsibility to identify emerging methods, technologies, and best practices
Work towards long-term research goals in AI safety and responsibility while identifying intermediate milestones
Build collaborations with academics, institutions, and industry partners in the field of responsible and safe AI
Explore new data sources and discover techniques for leveraging data in a responsible and reliable manner
Publish papers and present at conferences on topics related to responsible, safe, and reliable AI
Contribute to the strategic thinking on research directions that align with Autodesk’s commitment to safe and responsible AI development
Qualification
Required
PhD in Computer Science, AI/ML, or a related field with a focus on responsible, safe, and reliable AI
Strong publication track record in responsible AI, safe AI, reliable AI, robust AI, or similar domains in top-tier conferences and/or journals
Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with generative AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs), diffusion models, and multi-modal models such as Vision-Language Models (VLMs)
Strong foundation in machine learning and deep learning fundamentals
Excellent coding skills in Python, with experience in PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and communicate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience in applying responsible AI principles to real-world problems and products
Preferred
Experience with 3D machine learning techniques and their applications in design, engineering, or manufacturing
Familiarity with AI governance frameworks and regulatory landscapes
Knowledge of fairness, accountability, transparency, and safety in AI systems
Experience in developing or implementing AI safety measures, such as robustness to distribution shift, uncertainty quantification, or AI alignment techniques
Track record of contributing to open-source projects related to responsible AI or AI safety
Benefits
Health and financial benefits
Time away
Everyday wellness
Annual cash bonuses
Commissions for sales roles
Stock grants
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Autodesk
Autodesk develops 3D design software for use in the architecture, engineering, construction, and media industries.
Founded in 1982
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5BKey Investors
CitibankOK Blockchain Capital
2025-07-01Acquired
2025-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2020-08-25Seed
Leadership Team
Andrew Anagnost
President and Chief Executive Officer
Janesh Moorjani
CFO
Recent News
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