Managing Scientist

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

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Exponent seeks a Managing Scientist in Menlo Park, CA to lead and execute projects blending computer science and electrical engineering. You will prepare technical proposals, develop business opportunities, and manage projects focused on CS and EE, performing analysis and consulting for various problems related to electronics and systems.

Responsibilities include reviewing software/hardware, conducting lab tests, producing clear reports, and presenting work at conferences.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3 years experience in CS/EE, software/hardware analysis, or related roles.
• Experience with forensics software and data analysis for devices and networks.
• Experience collecting data for ML models for wearables.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute CS/EE projects and prepare technical proposals.
• Develop business opportunities and manage projects for clients.
• Perform analysis and consulting on electrical and electronic systems.
• Review software/hardware via code review and testing; perform lab work.
• Produce reports for technical and business audiences; present at conferences.
• Lead tutorials and workshops; create marketing materials to promote capabilities.
• Develop new business by bringing in consulting projects and clients.
• Travel up to 10% domestically to client sites.

Skills

HTML

C

C++

Python

MATLAB

Software development

Root-cause analysis

Machine learning data collection

Education

PhD in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Cellebrite

EnCase

MITM Proxy

Wireshark

Chanalyzer

Kali Linux

Job description

Managing Scientist – Menlo Park, CA

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 and consulting for a variety of scientific and engineering problems related to electrical and 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, leveraging existing contacts to generate new business leads and expand offerings and value to 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range USD $172,500.00 – USD $220,000.00 per year, depending on experience. Total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

Exponent offers competitive benefits and a culture that supports health, well‑being, and career growth. For details, visit 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, please email [e-mail].

Location

Menlo Park, California, United States.