Synthetic Data Research Engineer

Synthetic Data Research Engineer

If you’d like to make the online world a safer place, come and join us.

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.

About iProov

iProov is the world leader in face biometric verification. We are on a mission to make the Internet a safer place for businesses and consumers and work with fantastic customers across a number of industry sectors - organisations using our technology include the US Department of Homeland Security, the UK Home Office, the NHS, Eurostar, the Australian government, the Singapore government, UBS and many more.

Diversity at iProov is about reflecting the customers we serve, holding the principles of equality and inclusion at the heart of everything we do and all that we stand for, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our purpose.

The Role

Reports to: Advanced Threats Lead

Location: WeWork HQ Waterloo - Hybrid Working (at least two times per week in the office)

Comp: Base (Negotiable) + Company Performance Bonus + Share Options + Wider iProov Benefits (see end of job description)

iProov has continued to scale rapidly this year and is currently looking for a Synthetic Data Research Engineer, who specialises in the creation of synthetic imagery, to join the growing AI function in our talented Science & Research team based in London. You will be responsible for helping create the next generation of biometric security systems, solving cutting edge problems and working with the rest of the team to deploy the solutions.

How you’ll make an impact

• Create AI-generated synthetic imagery data for a variety of biometric applications
• Generate hyper-realistic 3D human models and deep fakes
• Develop systems for programmatic generation of diverse synthetic datasets
• Work with the rest of the team to facilitate the rapid development of security systems in response to evolving threats

We tend to look for people with

• Strong Python skills and experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch / Tensorflow)
• 2+ years of experience in Machine learning/Deep learning
• Experience generating data with GANs/Diffusion Models and similar techniques
• Experience in using Maya, Blender, Unity3D or similar (desirable)
• Bachelors or above in a numerate discipline such as computer science, engineering or related field
• You have good interpersonal skills and the confidence to state a clearly reasoned and articulated viewpoint
• You should be happy to take initiative in your tasks and be relatively self-organising
• You’re eager to ship releases and new features
• You’re able and willing to debate to put forward improvements to processes

Company Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave (rising to 30), plus 8 Bank Holidays
• 3200 Share Options allocated after passing probation (6 months of service)
• Vitality Health Insurance - a range of options available on this below
• Life Assurance
• SmartHealth - Access to private GP, Psychologist, Nutritionist along with tailored fitness plans for both you and your family
• Award winning L&D platform to continue your development with personal allocated training budgets
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave package
• Pension - 4% employee, 3% employer
• Flexible working – remote/office etc.
• Free Barista Coffee/Tea, biscuits and fruit in the office
• Free access to WeWork discounts and free online well-being sessions
• Free access to WeWork facilities (games floor, free beer taps, weekly events)

The Vitality Programme includes a number of reward benefits that all employees have access to as part of the plan, for example:

• Private Health Insurance covering new & existing conditions
• Private Optical, Audiological & Dental cover
• 50% off monthly gym memberships
• Apple watches significantly discounted based member vitality status
• Half price trainers with Runners Need
• Weekly rewards – Free coffee with Café Nero
• Monthly rewards – Free Cinema ticket
• Discounts on travel with Expedia (hotels) and Mr & Mrs Smith with discounts getting greater throughout the year based on a members vitality status
• Amazon prime free months based on activity
• Up to 25% cashback at Waitrose when buying healthy foods
• 75% off stays at Champneys Health Spas
• Allen Carr’s £299 no smoking programme for free
• Access to Vitality Healthy Mind with 30% off Headspace subscriptions and the ability to earn Vitality points for using Buddhify, Calm and Headspace
• Discounts on Weight Watchers
• 50%-80% off Comprehensive Private Health screenings

Due to the nature of our work, we may require our staff to pass a UK Security Clearance check. As such, any offer would also depend on your ability to adhere to the UK Security check criteria.