Applied Scientist, AI & Deep Learning (mid to senior level)

Charles River Analytics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Gym allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, seeks an Applied Scientist in Cambridge, MA to advance neuro-symbolic AI. You will design, implement and optimize state-of-the-art AI systems, and collaborate with researchers, engineers and customers on mission-critical projects.

Requirements: Bachelor’s in computer science or related field; 3+ years building ML/AI systems (or MS/PhD with research); strong Python; solid foundations in probability and linear algebra; US citizenship and ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• 3+ years building ML/AI systems or MS/PhD with ML/AI research.
• Moderate to advanced Python proficiency.
• Knowledge of probability, multivariable calculus, linear algebra.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect and implement state-of-the-art AI frameworks and solutions.
• Debug, profile, and refine complex AI systems.
• Collaborate with and/or manage software engineers and scientists.
• Lead or contribute to writing reports and papers.
• Foster relationships with customers.
• Develop and manage highly innovative R&D programs.

Skills

Python

ML/AI systems

Probability

Linear algebra

Linux

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

MS/PhD in ML/AI

Job description

Applied Scientist, AI & Deep Learning (mid to senior level)

Cambridge, MA

Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, robotics, smart sensing, and human-centered computing. The resulting research and development help to continuously advance government programs and discover new possibilities in the commercial marketplace. At Charles River, we take great pride in our success at attracting and retaining the most talented and creative problem-solvers in our field. Now as part of GRVTY, we offer the same trusted capabilities with increased organizational depth and expanded capacity across mission-critical national security domains. Are you ready to accelerate our mission-focused innovations? We’d love to hear from you!

We are seeking an Applied Scientist passionate about building next-generation neuro-symbolic AI. In this role, you will be not just applying AI technology but helping to build the next-generation version of that technology. You will be extending the cutting edge of deep learning and machine learning technologies, with novel integration with technologies including symbolic knowledge, probabilistic programming and Bayesian reasoning, automatic program synthesis, combinatoric optimization, and more. You will be collaborating with researchers, engineers, and subject-matter experts to build core technologies and deployable AI solutions solving complex problems with high impact on national security and society.

How you will make a difference:

• Design, architect and implement state-of-the‑art AI frameworks and solutions
• Debug, profile, and refine complex AI systems
• Collaborate with and/or manage software engineers and scientists
• Lead or contribute to writing reports and papers
• Foster relationships with customers
• Develop and manage highly innovative R&D programs

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance
• 3+ years experience building ML/AI systems or a completed graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) with academic research experience in ML/AI systems
• Moderate to advanced proficiency in Python
• Good fundamental knowledge in probability, multivariable calculus, linear algebra, and related technical areas
• Familiarity with Linux systems and development
• Motivated to learn and apply new technologies
• Ability to accommodate a hybrid schedule (60% onsite 40% remote)

Our preferred candidate has:

• 5+ years of post-graduate experience building AI/ML systems
• Experience with product deployment
• Experience as a writer or co‑writer to DoD proposals/grants
• Demonstrated effectiveness in delivering complex AI / ML solutions to end‑users from concept to deployment
• Demonstrated effectiveness in strategically developing complex AI codebases over months‑to‑years
• Broad knowledge across a diversity of computer science research, including programming languages, knowledge representation, reasoning, optimization, robotics, computer vision, etc. a plus

Salary Range

$120,000 - $220,000

The above salary range is an estimate based on the internal job level(s) for which this role is being considered. The final salary will be decided after careful evaluation of the individual's work experience, education, and overall qualifications. This range does not include the substantial total rewards, as listed below, that you will also be eligible for as an employee at Charles River Analytics.

Why Charles River?

Charles River Analytics thrives on collaboration and values each team member. We offer competitive compensation plus bonus and retirement contribution, with an attractive benefits package including 100% employer‑paid medical and dental insurance, as well as vision, life, and disability insurance, paid maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, monthly gym allowance, free parking, generous paid time off, and a casual environment. We offer tremendous flexibility and value work‑life balance. We are also accessible by public transportation. Charles River became an employee-owned company in 2012, to set the stage for the next‑generation of innovation, service, and growth in R&D. As we entered 2026, we joined forces with GRVTY, gaining the scale and capacity to transition, field, and sustain our innovations faster and more effectively than ever before.

As set forth in Charles River Analytics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.