Lead Research Scientist - Machine Learning

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Job summary

STR is seeking a Lead Research Scientist specializing in Machine Learning to work onsite in Woburn, Massachusetts. This role involves leading the development of AI/ML algorithms and participating in project teams focused on signals exploitation and predictive analytics. The ideal candidate will hold an MS or PhD with considerable experience in a scientific field, possess strong programming skills, and be able to communicate technical details effectively. The annual salary falls between $174,000 and $220,000, depending on expertise and market conditions.

Qualifications

• MS with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years in a scientific field.
• Experience in building deep learning models and networks.
• Proficiency in languages such as Python or C/C++.
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of AI/ML algorithms for novel applications.
• Participate and lead project teams focusing on signals exploitation.
• Explore datasets and solve unique problems for customers.
• Communicate models and methods to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Building neural networks

Deep learning tools (PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow)

Data science tools (scikit-learn, Pandas, Matplotlib)

Programming in Python

Programming in C/C++

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Obtaining security clearance

Education

MS with at least 8 years or PhD with at least 5 years experience

Field: applied math, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or data science

Job description

Lead Research Scientist - Machine Learning

Location: Woburn, Massachusetts, United States

Compensation: $174,000 - 220,000 USD / year

The Signals Exploitation and Tracking (SET) Group in the Analytics and C2 Division focuses on applying machine learning, statistics, estimation theory, and information theory algorithms for signals exploitation, target tracking, predictive analytics, and system resource management.

As a Lead Research Scientist at STR, you will help develop disruptive technologies focused on signals exploitation, estimation theory, system resource management, and systems analysis. You will lead the development of cutting‑edge AI/ML algorithms for novel application domains and modalities, participate on and lead project teams, and interact with customers. You will explore fascinating datasets, develop cutting‑edge algorithmic techniques, and solve high‑impact, unique problems for our customers. The position is primarily onsite at Woburn, MA.

Who you are:

• MS with at least 8 years of experience, and/or PhD with at least 5 years of experience (or equivalent experience) in a scientific field such as applied math, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or data science
• Experience building neural networks using standard deep learning tools (e.g., PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow), including implementing new layers/network architectures, model training, hyperparameter tuning, and ablation studies
• Experience adapting novel machine learning approaches (e.g., from academic literature) to new data sets and problems
• Experience with standard data science tools such as scikit‑learn, Pandas, and Matplotlib
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, C/C++
• Able to work, collaborate on, and lead multi‑disciplinary teams
• Able to communicate technical foundations of models and algorithms to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government

Even better:

• Active U.S. government security clearance
• Experience applying deep learning to domains other than images/text, such as time series, discrete event sequence, or geospatial
• Experience with self‑supervised machine learning
• Expertise working with time series, geospatial, and/or spatio‑temporal data
• Experience in intelligence or military‑related mission areas

Full‑Time Salary Range: $174,000 - $220,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [e-mail] and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.