Managing Scientist

Exponent Inc.; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 172,500 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent Inc. seeks a Managing Scientist in Menlo Park, CA to lead and execute complex CS/EE projects. You will prepare technical proposals, develop business opportunities, and manage projects involving software and hardware components. Travel up to 10% may be required.

You will analyze consumer electronics, medical devices, and automotive systems, conduct lab testing, review code, and present results to clients and conferences, contributing to Exponent's growth and industry impact.

Qualifications

• Requires a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering, CS, EE, Software Engineering or related field, with 3 years of relevant experience
• Experience in software development using C/C++, Python, MATLAB for embedded systems/desktop/web
• Experience in smartphone and computer forensics software (Cellebrite or EnCase)
• Experience in analysis of consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems for root cause analysis and regulatory support
• Experience in data collection protocols for ML models on wearables
• Experience in network analysis using MITM Proxy, Wireshark, Chanalyzer, Kali Linux

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute projects requiring CS/EE skills
• Prepare technical proposals and develop business opportunities
• Manage projects focusing on software/hardware components
• Review code and perform testing; conduct lab experiments and present results

Skills

PhD in CS/EE/related

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Forensics tools (Cellebrite/EnCase)

Data analysis / ML (wearables)

Network analysis tools (Wireshark, MIT

Education

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering/CS/EE/related

Tools

MITM Proxy

Wireshark

Chanalyzer

Kali Linux

Cellebrite

EnCase

Job description

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

Managing Scientist (Menlo Park, CA) (multiple positions). Lead and execute projects that require computer science and electrical engineering skills. Prepare technical proposals, develop business opportunities, and manage projects focused on computer science and electrical engineering. Perform analysis/consulting for a variety of scientific/engineering problems and related to a variety of electrical/electronic components, products, and systems. Perform technical analysis of software and hardware through code review, static or dynamic testing or reverse engineering. Conduct electronic and computer laboratory testing. Produce reports that clearly illustrate and explain results to both technical and business audiences. Present work and lead tutorials and workshops at conferences and other venues. Prepare marketing materials to promote Exponent capabilities. Develop business by bringing in one or more consulting projects. Leverage existing network of contacts coupled with Exponent’s depth and breadth to generate new business leads and expand offerings and value to Exponent’s current clients. Identify new clients, business domains and generate new business leads beyond Exponent’s current clients. 10% domestic travel required to client sites to perform work and collect data.

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Requires a Doctorate (Ph.D.) or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field, and 3 years (36 months) of experience in the job offered or as a researcher, software engineer, computer engineer or electrical engineer
• 1 year of experience in software development using programming languages including HTML, C, C++, Python, and MATLAB for microcontroller based embedded systems, desktops, mobile devices, and the web
• 1 year of experience in smartphone and computer forensics software such as Cellebrite or EnCase
• 1 year of experience in analysis and investigations of consumer electronics, medical devices and automotive vehicles for root cause analysis, litigative fact finding and regulatory support
• 1 year of experience in development and execution of protocols for data collection from human subjects for training machine learning models for wearable devices
• 1 year of experience in analysis of mobile phone communications, computer networks and network traffic using network analysis tools including MITM Proxy, Wireshark, Chanalyzer, and Kali Linux

Send resume with cover letter to Exponent, Inc. at https://www.exponent.com/careers, ref#2026-2513. No calls. EOE

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients.

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $172,500.00 - USD $220,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].

Job Locations

US-CA-Menlo Park