Research Scientist - Efficient AI (高性能大模型）
This role focuses on pioneering high-performance generative AI models for Canva’s creative intelligence engine, with a strong emphasis on optimizing efficiency across model architecture, inference systems, and multimodal domains. The ideal candidate will drive foundational research while collaborating globally to scale impactful AI-assisted design tools.
Skills required
About this role
About the Group/Team
We're the CORE team within the Generative AI supergroup. Our mission is to invent foundational technologies that will power the future of AI-assisted design. From large-scale models to groundbreaking research, our team builds the technical core of Canva's creative intelligence engine. We collaborate globally to ship research that makes a real impact—from smart editing to AI video tools—at massive scale.
At the moment, this role is focused on:
Designing and advancing state-of-the-art generative AI models across multimodal domains
Improving AI efficiency across the stack, including:
Kernel and graph optimization
Model compilation and systems optimization
Model compression techniques (quantization, distillation)
Efficient model architecture design
Scalable inference systems
Collaborating cross-functionally with research, engineering, and product teams to bring innovations into production
Translating research breakthroughs into impactful features within Canva’s core products
Contributing to the broader AI community through publications at top-tier conferences
Qualifications
You’re probably a match if you have:
You have strong expertise in foundation models, particularly in generative AI (e.g., diffusion models, LLMs, VLMs)
You bring experience in AI efficiency, such as:
Low-level optimization (kernel/graph)
Model optimization (quantization, distillation, compression)
Efficient architecture design and inference systems
You have a strong academic and/or industry track record, including publications in leading conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR) or meaningful open-source contributions
You’re proficient in tools such as Python, PyTorch, Transformers, Diffusers, Megatron, DeepSpeed, and cloud platforms
You’re a clear communicator who can collaborate effectively across teams
Additional Information
该岗位现面向所有经验阶段的候选人开放，包括社会招聘、应届毕业生，同时开放实习生岗位。工作地点为北京。欢迎申请，期待你的加入！
Notice: This position is open to candidates at all experience levels, including experienced candidates, graduates, as well as internship opportunities. The role is based in Beijing. We welcome your application and look forward to having you on board!
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