Principal Software Engineer - Voice Agent

Microsoft · Beijing

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Join our innovative team at Azure Voice AI,  where we are at the forefront of AI technology. We are dedicated to creating cutting-edge generative voice and avatar AI models that revolutionize user experiences. The Azure Voice AI team’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to have human like, diverse and delightful AI voices and avatars!  

We are seeking passionate and talented developers to join our dynamic team.  As a Developer for Generative Voice and Avatar AI Models, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing state-of-the-art AI models that power our next-generation products. You will collaborate with a team of experts in AI, machine learning, and software development to create innovative solutions that enhance user interaction and engagement.  

Responsibilities  

• Drive omni model development with SOTA ASR and TTS
•  Develop SOTA talking avatar models for zero shot and fine tune scenario
•  Familiar with latest GenAI modelling technique like diffusion and language modelling
•  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI models into various applications and platforms. 
•  Conduct research and stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning to continuously improve our models. 
•  Optimize and fine-tune AI models for performance, scalability, and accuracy. 
•  Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the overall improvement of our development processes. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 7+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., PyTorch). 

  Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision techniques. 
• Familiarity with generative models, such as GANs, VAEs,  diffusion, flow matching or autoregressive models.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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