AI-Driven Software Engineering Researcher

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an AI-Native Software Engineering Researcher to advance AI-enabled software engineering in industry and government, focusing on translating research into practical tools and workflows.

You will conduct applied research, publish in top venues, mentor junior staff, shape our strategy for AI-native software delivery, and collaborate with government, industry, and academia to demonstrate impact across large-scale

Qualifications

• PhD required with at least two years of experience.
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time for sponsor sites and conferences.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War security clearance.
• Experience leading research projects and applying scientific methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research in AI for industry and government-scale software engineering.
• Publish results in top-tier venues and disseminate findings to engineering teams.
• Shape AI-native software engineering strategy and practices.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with sponsors.

Skills

Software fundamentals

Tech adaptability

Research track record

Communication skills

Publications

Collaboration

Funding proposals

Mentor juniors

Education

PhD

Job description

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an AI-Native Software Engineering Researcher to advance AI-enabled software engineering in industry and government, focusing on translating research into practical tools and workflows.

You will conduct applied research, publish in top venues, mentor junior staff, shape our strategy for AI-native software delivery, and collaborate with government, industry, and academia to demonstrate impact across large-scale