Speech Recognition Engineer/Scientist

Alelo, Inc. is a dynamic, fast-growing software company in West Los Angeles. We develop and commercialize the award-winning Tactical Language and Culture Training system, which teaches foreign language and culture by immersing learners in a rich, story-driven game world where they interact verbally and nonverbally with AI characters. Please visit us at http://www.alelo.com

We seek a Speech Recognition Engineer/Scientist to expand our technical team.

Job functions include:
* Develop and implement speech recognition applications using ASR engines such as HTK, Julius/Julian, Sphinx, Sonic.
* Develop new algorithms to advance the state of the art, specially in areas such as non-native speech recognition.
* Configure speech and language technology components for new languages and domains.
* Develop software tools for data gathering, data annotation, and component/model configuration management.

Requires good design skills and the ability to work with and integrate several diverse technologies.

Great opportunity for someone who likes to get things done and enjoys having real users employing the software he/she creates. Flexibility and curiosity to learn new technologies are very important.

This is a full time position.

Education and experience desired:
* BS, MS, or PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics.
* 3+ years of experience building speech recognition applications. Experience with learner or non-native speech highly desired.
* Strong knowledge and experience with ASR engines such as HTK and Julius/Julian
* Strong programming skills in C/C++
* Experience programming with scripting languages (shell scripts, Perl, Python).
* Experience with natural language processing highly desired.
* Experience with XML technologies is a plus.
* Experience with Unix/Linux (shell scripts, bash, cygwin) is a plus.
* Experience with the following technologies is a plus: game programming, AI, agents, education software

Other requirements include:
* Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, and deliver results.
* Good communication skills.
* US citizens or permanent residents only.
* Candidates local to (Southern) California preferred.

We offer competitive benefits, including: Retirement plan; medical, dental & vision insurance; paid time off.

To apply, send resume (preferably in PDF) and salary requirements to jobs@alelo.com.

No outsourcing companies. No agencies. No consultants/contractors. Absolutely no phone calls, faxes or visits.