Position
The role will quantify speech recognition accuracy for many of the currently enabled features in the product and conduct root-cause analysis of accuracy short falls using Nuance analysis tools. You will also be looked upon to recommend a range of techniques for enhancing speech recognition accuracy from major algorithmic enhancements to minor parameter tuning which are backed by quantifiable metrics.
- Creating recognition test bed
- Designing experiments
- Hypothesis testing and analyzing results
- Summarizing key findings and Making succinct recommendations
- Assist in recruiting and managing independent pool of outside transcribers
- Build a speech recognition test laboratory and develop needed tools/scripts to efficiently accomplish results and ensure repeatability
- Occasionally conduct TOI's with other members of the engineering/Professional Services organizations on key insights
Experience
- MS or PhD in the field of Speech Recognition
- Thorough understanding of principles and concepts underlying speech recognition technology
- Practical insights into the specific Nuance recognition engine used inside the server
- Intimate familiarity with Nuance analysis tool sets, Grammar Specification Language, recognition framework for Nuance
- Meticulous fact finder
- Scientific methodologist
- Unbiased and factual reporting of results
- Ability to analyze complex cause-and-effect situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills esp. for technical material
- 10+ years of very relevant experience in the field of automatic speech recognition and performance tuning
- 5+ years of experience working specifically on Nuance recognition systems and speech applications