Full-Time

Staff Research Scientist

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Otter.ai

Otter.ai

201-500 employees

Real-time AI transcription and meeting automation

Consumer Software
AI & Machine Learning
Education

Compensation Overview

$210k - $275kAnnually

Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
Pytorch
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 10+ years industry experience with large scale data processing and infrastructure, model training and model serving for NLP solutions and algorithms including transformer models and reinforcement learning
  • Masters or Ph.D. degree in computer science, machine learning, speech/language processing or related field
  • Hands-on experience developing, training and deploying large language models (LLMs) such as Llama2, and other transformer-based models for tasks including text generation, summarization, and classification
  • Experience working on deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX for implementing and optimizing deep learning algorithms
  • Experience with implementation of algorithms and infrastructures using programming languages such as Python, C++
  • Comfort working in a Linux command-line environment
Responsibilities
  • Leverage NLP subject matter expertise to design, implement, experiment with neural net architectures, optimization schemes, training pipelines, data acquisition methods
  • Take ownership of Otter’s product quality/utility as it relates to the summarization and chat feature capabilities
  • Shape the future of the company by setting the research agenda to developing new undiscovered capabilities
  • Explore methods to leverage large-scale real-world conversational data to develop new capabilities such as multi-modal LLMs
  • Collaborate with Machine Learning Engineers and Scientists to evaluate model performance, analyze issues and design mitigations.

Otter.ai offers real-time transcription services powered by artificial intelligence, primarily through its AI Meeting Assistant, Otter. This tool transcribes audio, identifies speakers, and generates meeting summaries, making it useful for professionals like journalists and corporate teams. It stands out by integrating with popular virtual meeting platforms and providing features like OtterPilot, which records audio and extracts action items. The goal of Otter.ai is to enhance productivity by automating the documentation of meetings and lectures.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$71M

Headquarters

Los Altos, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

33%

1 year growth

50%

2 year growth

90%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AI in Education market projected to reach $5.82 billion by 2030.
  • Growing demand for AI-powered collaboration tools aligns with Otter.ai's offerings.
  • Small businesses are investing more in AI, expanding Otter.ai's potential market.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from AI tools like Snap by Swit Technologies.
  • Emergence of specialized AI models for local dialects challenges global adaptability.
  • Niche-focused competitors like Jivi AI may enter the transcription market.

What makes Otter.ai unique

  • Otter.ai offers real-time transcription with speaker identification and meeting summaries.
  • The platform integrates seamlessly with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet.
  • OtterPilot enhances productivity by automating note-taking and extracting action items.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive stock and equity package

Hybrid Work Options

Company Gatherings

Comprehensive health care package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)

PTO

401(k) retirement savings program