Tether
FinTech
AIResearchEngineer(ModelCompression&Quantization)
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“AI Research Engineer (Model Compression & Quantization) at Tether. Skills: Model compression, Quantization, Knowledge distillation, Pruning. Apply low-bit quantization. Leverage knowledge distillation”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver scalable, low-memory, low-latency AI systems; Maintain high fidelity; Maintain tangible real-world value
Industry & Context.
Address bottlenecks in production inference; Analyze trade-offs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Deep expertise in model compression methods, Background in multimodal model architectures, Experience with PyTorch, Hands-on experience with model quantization, Research and hands-on experience with knowledge distillation, Research and hands-on experience with model pruning, Solid understanding of neural network architectures, Solid understanding of transformer architectures, Solid understanding of backpropagation, Solid understanding of optimization, Solid understanding of fine-tuning techniques
Nice to Have
PhD in NLP, PhD in Machine Learning, Solid track record in AI R&D, Good publications in A conferences, Familiarity with C++
What You'll Do.
Apply low-bit quantization
Leverage knowledge distillation
Implement pruning techniques
Analyze trade-offs between model efficiency and accuracy
Propose improvements based on empirical findings
Research and apply mixed-precision quantization
Research and apply advanced compression strategies
Optimize the accuracy–performance balance
Stay current with research in model compression
Document methodologies
Full Job Description
Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance At Tether, we’re not just building products, we’re pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting-edge solutions empower businesses—from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs—to seamlessly integrate reserve-backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction. Innovate with Tether Tether Finance: Our innovative product suite features the world’s most trusted stablecoin, USDT , relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services. But that’s just the beginning: Tether Power: Driving sustainable growth, our energy solutions optimize excess power for Bitcoin mining using eco-friendly practices in state-of-the-art, geo-diverse facilities. Tether Data: Fueling breakthroughs in AI and peer-to-peer technology, we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting-edge solutions like KEET , our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing. Tether Education : Democratizing access to top-tier digital learning, we empower individuals to thrive in the digital and gig economies, driving global growth and opportunity. Tether Evolution : At the intersection of technology and human potential, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, crafting a future where innovation and human capabilities merge in powerful, unprecedented ways. Why Join Us? Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you’re passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We’ve grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader
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