Pindrop

Research Scientist Intern – AI/ML Research, Fraud, Authentication, Speech, Video

Pindrop

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $100,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Develop and evaluate machine learning systems: Design, implement, and assess advanced models for problems such as fraud detection, authentication, biometric verification, speech processing, video understanding, and synthetic media detection.
  • Prototype and validate new research ideas: Explore state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques and build proof-of-concept systems to address emerging challenges in security, identity, and media authenticity.
  • Work with multimodal data: Analyze and model speech, audio, video, and related signals to improve system accuracy, robustness, and real-world performance.
  • Benchmark against industry standards: Evaluate models on internal and public datasets, participate in relevant research benchmarks and challenges, and compare approaches against state-of-the-art methods.
  • Collaborate on research and innovation: Partner with researchers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to translate research ideas into practical capabilities. Contribute to technical reports, publications, and thought leadership where appropriate.

Requirements

  • Active enrollment in a PhD program in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, etc.) required.
  • Ability to demonstrate experience in one or more of the following: fraud detection; authentication and identity verification; speech processing; audio and/or video deepfake detection; speech, audio, image, or video generation/synthesis; speaker recognition/processing; anti-spoofing; voice biometrics; facial recognition; video understanding and analysis; machine learning for security, biometrics, or trust and safety.
  • Python skills required.
  • Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Keras required.
  • Proven track record of successful and timely project delivery required.
  • Experience with ML, speech, vision, or security-related challenges and benchmarks (ASVspoof, Kaggle, NIST SRE, CHiME, AV-Deepfake1M++, etc.) is a nice to have.
  • Experience with C/C++ is a nice to have.
  • Deep knowledge of biometrics, authentication, fraud, customer experience, speech, or video research concepts is a nice to have.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package, including RSUs (Restricted Stock Units) for all employees, so everyone shares in our long-term success.
  • Remote-first environment - giving you flexibility and autonomy in how you structure your day.
  • While we work flexibly, we prioritize meaningful in-person moments through regular team on-sites, company-wide events, and intentional gatherings that foster connection, collaboration, and shared success.
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Generous health and welfare plans to choose from - including one employer-paid “employee-only” plan!
  • Best-in-class Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution
  • Low-cost vision and dental plans for you and your family, providing comprehensive coverage and peace of mind.
  • Paid Parental Leave - Including birth, adoptive & foster parents
  • Recurring monthly phone and internet allowance to help cover essential connectivity costs and support flexible work.
  • Enhanced fertility and GLP-1 benefits to support family-building journeys and personalized health needs.
  • Annual Learning & Development stipend to support your professional growth, skill-building, certifications, and continued education.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
machine learningPythonPyTorchTensorFlowKerasC/C++fraud detectionauthenticationbiometric verificationspeech processing
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationproject deliveryinnovation