Senior Research Scientist

5 hours ago

Adelaide, South Australia Canva Full time
Senior Research Scientist - Generative AI

Canva Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

About the Role

At Canva, we're building a future powered by AI that's as magical as it is impactful. As a Senior Research Scientist, you'll contribute to that future by advancing foundational models and conducting research that delivers practical, scalable impact. This role combines hands-on model development with collaborative research — from exploring new architectures to supporting product direction through scientific insights. You'll work at the intersection of innovation and impact, contributing to our AI research agenda and helping ensure our work reaches millions of users around the world.

What You'll Do
  • Contribute to research projects that support the development of foundational models across Canva's AI domains
  • Design and run experiments to test hypotheses, improve model behavior, and assess real-world performance
  • Translate theoretical research and academic papers into robust, production-ready implementations with guidance
  • Help develop and refine model architectures and training methodologies to improve outcomes
  • Collaborate closely with ML Engineers to scale models and integrate them into Canva's product ecosystem
  • Stay up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and open challenges to inform our research direction
  • Share your knowledge internally through documentation and cross-team collaborations, and externally through papers or talks where appropriate
Who You Are

You're someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, connecting research with product application, and has demonstrated scientific and technical skills. You can balance long-term thinking with practical delivery, and you're eager to learn from and collaborate with others.

What You'll Learn And How You'll Grow
  • Involvement in Canva's AI strategy and foundational model development
  • Opportunities to learn from and collaborate with experienced researchers
  • Exposure to product impact at a global scale (hundreds of millions of users)
  • Dedicated time for self-driven research exploration and experimentation
Additional Information
  • Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
  • An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
  • Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.


#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Senior Research Scientist

    3 hours ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Canva Full time

    Senior Research Scientist - Generative AICanva Adelaide, South Australia, AustraliaAbout the RoleAt Canva, we're building a future powered by AI that's as magical as it is impactful. As a Senior Research Scientist, you'll contribute to that future by advancing foundational models and conducting research that delivers practical, scalable impact. This role...

  • Lead Research Scientist

    4 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Canva Full time

    Lead Research Scientist - Video & Audio Generative AICanva Adelaide, South Australia, AustraliaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Lead Research Scientist - Video & Audio Generative AI role at CanvaLead Research Scientist - Video & Audio Generative AICanva Adelaide, South Australia, Australia1 day ago Be among the first 25...

  • Lead Research Scientist

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Canva Full time

    Lead Research Scientist - Video & Audio Generative AICanva Adelaide, South Australia, AustraliaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Lead Research Scientist - Video & Audio Generative AI role at CanvaLead Research Scientist - Video & Audio Generative AICanva Adelaide, South Australia, Australia1 day ago Be among the first 25...

  • Senior Research Scientist

    2 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia beBeeResearch Full time $81,293 - $109,307

    We are seeking a highly skilled Research Specialist to contribute to our team of scientists.The successful candidate will have a strong background in interdisciplinary research, with expertise in ancient DNA analysis and bioinformatics. They will be responsible for constructing and analyzing a DNA reference database for native flora on Kangaroo Island, as...

  • Lead Research Scientist

    5 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Canva Full time

    Canva Adelaide, South Australia, AustraliaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Lead Research Scientist - Generative AI role at CanvaCanva Adelaide, South Australia, Australia5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Lead Research Scientist - Generative AI role at CanvaCompany DescriptionCompany DescriptionJoin the...

  • Lead Research Scientist

    4 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Black Full time

    Company Description Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.Hey, g'day, mabuhay, kia ora,??, hallo, vítejteThanks for stopping by.We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point.Where and how you can workOur flagship campus is in Sydney, with a...

  • Research Scientist

    1 day ago

    Adelaide, South Australia beBeeimmunology Full time $85,646 - $114,938

    Discover a career-defining opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research on tumour inflammation and immunotherapy as a Research Scientist.About the RoleThis exciting role will see you join our team in Adelaide, South Australia to work on projects that investigate the role of the immune system in cancer. With two positions available, you'll have the...

  • Research Scientist in Phage Gene Regulation

    4 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia beBeeResearch Full time $113,211 - $133,974

    Seeking Research Scientist to Explore Phage Gene RegulationWe are looking for a highly motivated Research Scientist to join our dynamic team. As a key member, you will design and implement cutting-edge assays to explore how bacteriophages regulate their life cycle and respond to environmental signals.About the Role:The successful candidate will lead...

  • Research Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia UNSW Full time

    UNSW Adelaide, South Australia, Australia Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Research Associate - Chemistry role at UNSWUNSW Adelaide, South Australia, Australia2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Research Associate - Chemistry role at UNSWGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.One...

  • Research Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia UNSW Full time

    UNSW Adelaide, South Australia, AustraliaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Research Associate - Chemistry role at UNSWUNSW Adelaide, South Australia, Australia2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Research Associate - Chemistry role at UNSWGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.One of...