• Job Description

  Req#: JR-114496

  
  
  Sony AI America, a branch of Sony AI, is a remotely distributed organization spread across the U.S. and Canada. Sony AI is Sony’s new research organization pursuing the mission to use AI to unleash human creativity. Sony AI works closely with Sony’s other business units, including Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC., Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., and Sony Music Entertainment. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: https://ai.sony/

  POSITION SUMMARY

  Sony AI is seeking highly motivated, self-driven individuals with expertise in AI Ethics - specifically Fairness, Transparency, and Accountability (FTA). Sony has many real-world AI applications in Image Sensing, and we are looking for smart, enthusiastic people who want to research, develop and deploy FTA technology specifically for image processing and real-world applications in various business areas.

  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead research programs in AI ethics especially fairness, accountability and transparency

  • Lead qualitative and quantitative research, including critical literature surveys and semi-structured interviews, to gather insights and AI system design requirements that address fundamental AI ethics problems

  • Analyze and synthesize research findings into actionable insights and recommendations for AI system design and interaction

  • Develop guidelines and design principles based on research findings to improve the usability, accessibility, and user experience of AI systems

  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including users, practitioners, researchers, and engineers, to translate research insights into practical solutions and tools

  • Work closely with the company’s AI ethics boards to identify key issues around AI ethics in Sony's diverse businesses

  • Work closely with a team of AI researchers and engineers in the US, Switzerland, and Japan on ambitious AI projects

  • Write code to support research, usually in Python

  • Write reports and give presentations for internal audiences

  • Write papers for, and give presentations at academic conferences

  QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION

  Your qualifications and experience should include:

  • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Anthropology, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field

  • Passion to develop cutting-edge AI ethics technology and deploy it through a multi-stakeholder approach

  • Experience working with different AI ethics stakeholders, such as users and product, engineering, legal, and compliance business units

  • Proficiency in programming and data analysis tools, such as Python

  • Excellent knowledge of AI technologies and machine learning algorithms

  • Knowledge and experience in using HCI research methods (qualitative and quantitative)

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills, including the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

  Other Required Knowledge

  • The ability to deliver on tight deadlines and adapt to evolving or changing requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, and willingness in learning Japanese

  Preferable major

  Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Anthropology, Behavioral Sciences

  Working Location

  Location flexible (Tokyo, Zurich, US)

  In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology ” .

  Benefits:

  SCA offers benefits-eligible employees ( generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

  What we offer you:

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents , including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits

  • Fertility benefits, including surrogacy , and adoption assistance programs

  • Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children

  • Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance

  • Short-term & long-term disability plans

  • P aid parental and caregiver leave

  • 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match w hich vests immediate ly

  • Education assistance and student loan programs

  Other Programs:

  • Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays ( early release ) , and a winter break between Christmas and New Year ’s Day (based on business needs)

  • Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)

  • Matching gift program

  • A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)

  • Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees

  • Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)

  • Annual incentive bonus

  The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $130,000 to $170,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for . The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

  #LI-AS1

  Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

  Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.

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  While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.

• About the company

  Sony Corporation is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation headquartered in Kōnan, Minato, Tokyo.

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