At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise agents using large language models for immersive gaming experiences.
- Company: Join Tencent's Lightspeed Studios, a leader in innovative game development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values innovation and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of AI in gaming and shape the future of player interactions.
- Qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science with expertise in NLP and machine learning.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Business Unit
LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology.
We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.
About the Hiring Team
Lightspeed Tech Center is an R&D department under Lightspeed Studios which develops PUBG Mobile and other high-quality games.
Our Tech Center leads the research, exploration, and discovery of innovative technologies and provides technical services for all games during all phases of the life cycle, including engine, audio, QA, AI, next generation game, technical cooperation, etc.
- What the Role Entails
- Develop agents based on large language models and optimize their performance.
- Collaborate with game designers and engineers to integrate LLM-powered agents into live game environments, ensuring latency, cost, and player experience requirements are met.
- Research cutting‑edge techniques in LLM reasoning, planning, tool‑use, and memory, and adapt them to game agent scenarios.
- Who We Look For
- Ph. D. degree in Computer Science, with a research focus in Natural Language Processing (NLP), large language models, or related areas preferred.
- Familiar with machine learning foundations, with a strong understanding of statistical models and experience working on NLP related projects.
- Proficient in at least one programming language, familiar with basic data structures and algorithms.
- Publication of academic results in top‑tier conferences in AI and NLP-related fields (such as ICML, Neur IPS, ICLR, EMNLP, ACL) is preferred.
- Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent
As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community.
We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.
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Senior Researcher, Large Language Models employer: Tencent
Tencent offers a dynamic and innovative work environment where interns can gain hands-on experience in AI development while collaborating with leading experts in the field. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, Tencent provides numerous opportunities for professional development and mentorship, making it an excellent choice for those looking to kickstart their careers in technology and marketing. Located in a vibrant tech hub, the company fosters a culture of creativity and collaboration, ensuring that every team member's contributions are valued and impactful.
