Multimodal AI Model Optimization Research Engineer
Tavus·Remote·Remote·Posted 28 September 2026
About the role
ABOUT US At Tavus, we're building the human layer of AI. Our mission is to make human-AI interaction as natural as face-to-face interaction, enabling the human touch where it has been previously unscalable. We achieve this through pioneering research in multimodal AI for modeling human-to-human communication (language, audio, and video), as well as generating audio-visual avatar behavior. Our models power everything from text-to-video AI avatars to real-time conversational video experiences across industries like healthcare, recruiting, sales, and education. By enabling AI to see, hear, and communicate with human-like authenticity, we're creating the foundation for the next generation of AI employees, assistants, and companions. We are a Series B company backed by top investors, including Sequoia, Y Combinator, and Scale VC. Join us in driving the future of human-AI interaction. THE ROLE We’re looking for an experienced Research Scientist/Engineer with a focus on model optimization to join our core AI team. Our ideal partner-in-crime thrives in startup environments, is comfortable prioritizing independently, and is willing to take calculated risks. We’re moving…
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