Senior Research Scientist Advanced Computing Lab

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At the SEI AI Division we conduct research in applied artificial intelligence and the engineering challenges related to the practical design and implementation of AI technologies and systems. We currently lead a community-wide movement to mature the discipline of AI Engineering for Defense and National Security.

As our government customers adopt AI and machine learning toprovideleap-ahead mission capabilities we

Buildreal-world mission-scale AI capabilities through solving practical engineering problems

Discover and definethe processes practices and tools to support operationalizing AI for human-centered robust secure and scalable mission capabilities

Prepareour customers to be ready for the unique challenges of adopting deploying using andmaintainingAI capabilities

Identifyand investigateemerging AI and AI-adjacent technologies that are rapidly transforming the technology landscape

Are you creative curious and collaborative Do you enjoy doing meaningful and complex work Are you interested in making a difference by bringing innovation to government organizations and beyond Apply to join our team.

Position Summary: As asenior research scientistwith provenexpertiseinadvanced computingyouwillidentify shape apply conduct and lead researchinsupportofcritical U.S. government needs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background with hands-onexperiencein one or more of the following technology areas:hardware/software co-designperformanceoptimizationwithheterogeneousand alternative computingsystems (CPU/GPU/NPU/etc.)FPGA designhigh-performance computing (HPC)distributed and scalable computingcompilertechnologyandalgorithm optimization.Additionalexpertise in applying AI/ML toelectromagneticspectrum operationsisdesired.

Duties

Leadnovel research in advanced computing and applied machine learning.

Leadinterdisciplinary teams to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders.

Conduct rapid prototyping todemonstrateand evaluate technologies in relevant environments.

Test and evaluatenew and novelsystems for performance andusability.

Collaborate with researchers developersengineers designers technical leadscampus labsand our government customers to understand challenges needs andpotentialsolutions.

Mentorand teachjunior staffleaddesign sessions andestablishtechnical norms for the division.

Explore the latest in advanced hardware including FPGAs CGRAs TPUs and emergent technologies such asneuromorphic andanalog processors.

Work withdivision leadershipand colleagues to plan developexpandand carry out an overall research strategy and influence the national research agendaregardingfuture technology.

Develop and deliver compellingtechnicalpresentationsfordiverse audiences tailor contentforvariedstakeholders speakat conferences and workshopsandpublishin pertinent peer-reviewed journals.

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering Computer Science or related discipline with ten (10) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with eight (8) years of experience; OR PhD with five (5) years of experience.
You must be able and willing to work onsite 5 days per week at our Pittsburgh offices.

Ableto travel to the Arlington SEI office sponsor sites conferences and offsite meetings on occasion. Moderate (25%) travel outside of your home location.

You will be subject to a background check investigation and will need to obtain andmaintaina Department of War security clearance.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

A publishedtrack recordof conducting research and applying scientific methods.

Mastery of C/C Python Verilog/VHDL and/or other pertinent languages and software tools and frameworks.

Experience leadingresearch projects and collaborating across research teams and mentoring other researchers.

Experience writing and deliveringsuccessful research proposals to funding agencies andleadingthe resulting projects.

Experience working with Department of War and Intelligence Community.

Familiarity with emerging trends and opportunities in industry and government.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical prescription dental and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs fitness center access and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials we evaluate the role and responsibilities your valuable work experience and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh PA

Job Function

Software/Applications Development/Engineering

Position Type

Staff Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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