Spoken Language Processing Researcher

 

Adapx, a venture-backed software startup with significant expertise in natural human-computer interaction is in need of a talented spoken language processing researcher to join our research team in developing cutting-edge multimodal interfaces for our research clients. 

 

 

POSITION TITLE:             Spoken Language Researcher

 

REPORTS TO:                 Executive Vice President, Research

 

SUMMARY:                      Provide the method and logic for integration of language applications into Adapx research modules and product line.  Design, develop, and user-test system(s) that will leverage the next generation of speech and handwriting applications to meet user needs.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Develop various multimodal statistical algorithms for language processing and modeling in both speech and handwriting applications;
• Develop tools for efficiently processing corpora of speech and/or sketch/handwriting data;
• Work with a team of researchers and developers to successfully integrate research components and validate functionality;
• Prepare written documentation describing progress and status of project(s);
• Conduct, integrate, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative research to generate useful and actionable insights to guide product design and development; translate ideas into viable solutions.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Understanding of Spoken/Natural Language Processing, and a broad knowledge of related statistical modeling techniques in processing either speech or handwriting inputs;
• MS in Computer Science or a related field plus 3+ years of industry or equivalent experience; MS preferred
• Experience desired with statistical language modeling for either speech or handwriting applications (e.g., familiarity with CMU-Cambridge LM toolkit, SRILM toolkit, ATT FST toolkit, MALLET, Libbow, etc.);
• Familiarity with grammar construction and usage, parsing, tagging, lexicon construction, and fusion of outputs from multiple parallel recognizers;
• Proficiency with one or more of the following programming languages is required:  C, C++, C#;
• Knowledge of Prolog is desirable.
• Strong algorithmic skills and analytical background;
• Working knowledge of unification-based and/or hybrid-symbolic/statistical approaches to recognition;
• Solid coding/debugging skills;
• Demonstrated success in working in a fast-paced environment;
• Morphology experience helpful;
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, experienced researcher;
• Strong oral and written communications skills are expected;
• Attention to detail and high standards for quality;
• Ability to work effectively and successfully either independently and/or in a collaborative team environment.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing, and reaching.
• Ability to perform consistent work on PC.

 

About Adapx

 

Located in downtown Seattle, Washington, we are a dynamic and growing startup that is changing the economics field data collection through the use of digital pen and paper. Our digital paper and pen products integrate with world-leading software solutions in the GIS, CAD and note-taking markets. Customers are uniformly delighted with our products, and demand is increasing daily. We have an extensive digital pen/paper software base, as well as world-class multimodal interaction expertise and software. Adapx offers competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, disability, 401k, and stock options.   We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Check out our website (http://www.adapx.com) to see what bloggers, journalists and our partners think of our products.

 

Respond to:  hr@adapx.com

Provide cover letter, resume/CV, official transcripts (if applicable),and at least three references,

 

Due to the nature of this position only US Citizens or Permanent Residents can be considered.

 

M/F/D/V.

 

Disclaimer:

The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by those assigned to this classification.  This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skill required of personnel so classified.