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Speech Science Manager

AT Zoom
Zoom

Speech Science Manager

Seattle, WA

Speech Science Manager

What you can expect

In Zoom's AI division, we are looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist/ Director with a background in speech recognition technology and product development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality speech products. They are also capable of leading a team of engineers and scientists with a focus on enhanced recognition quality of speech in various audio/scenario conditions.

About the Team

Zoom AI Companion is a built-in artificial intelligence assistant within the Zoom platform that uses generative AI. It provides real-time support, including features like meeting summaries, smart recordings, in-meeting questions, and whiteboard content generation. The AI Companion is designed to enhance user productivity and collaboration during meetings and chats by automatically capturing key points and providing relevant information. Recognizing and understanding human speech and context is an essential part of core AI capability.

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What we're looking for

  • Hold a Master's degree or PhD
  • 8+ years experience in product development focused on Speech and Audio
  • 4+ years of managing a team of individual contributors
  • Experience in speech recognition algorithms and proven track record of delivering high quality speech related products for various application scenarios.
  • Manage a team of engineers in a dynamic environment
  • Communicate, collaborate, and demonstrate problem solving skills.
  • Capture and understand the details, while focusing on the big picture.

Salary Range or On Target Earnings:

Minimum:
$197,000.00

Maximum:
$431,000.00

In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.

Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.

We also have a location based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations

At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!

Anticipated Position Close Date:

02/02/25

Ways of Working
Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

Benefits
As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.

About Us
Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars.
We're problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Here, you'll work across teams to deliver impactful projects that are changing the way people communicate and enjoy opportunities to advance your career in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Our Commitment
We believe that the unique contributions of all Zoomies is the driver of our success. To make sure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. Zoom is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law.

If you need assistance navigating the interview process due to a medical disability, please submit an Accommodations Request Form and someone from our team will reach out soon. This form is solely for applicants who require an accommodation due to a qualifying medical disability. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed.

Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA, USA
Job ID: Zoom-273837b3150c7c2dbc3357afdaa7f3a6
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program