Network Scientist

goTenna Inc; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k) plan

Unlimited PTO

Parental Leave with Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

goTenna Inc is looking for a Network Scientist to join their innovative team in Fairfax, Virginia. This hybrid role involves architecting, designing, and simulating networking protocols while collaborating closely with the CTO and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in both C++ and Python, with experience in wireless mesh networking. Key responsibilities include model design and experimental evaluation, as well as opportunities to contribute to peer-reviewed

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in Computer Networking.
• Extensive memory of wireless mesh networking and network communications.
• Familiarity with designing and implementing network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, simulate, and analyze network protocol models.
• Collaborate with firmware team to support implementations.
• Publish research at peer-reviewed conferences.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded Systems

Network Architecture

NS-3

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science

Job description

Network Scientist

goTenna Inc Fairfax, Virginia, United States

About this position

Work Type/Locations: Hybrid in either Jersey City, NJ/Clarksburg, MD/Fairfax, VA, Phoenix, AZ/Panama City, FL

About goTenna

goTenna is the world's leading mobile mesh networking company, providing off-grid connectivity solutions for smartphones and other devices, as well as augmenting traditional communications networks. This technology enables mobile, long-range connectivity without cell, Wi-Fi, or satellite connectivity. goTenna's products are currently in use by law enforcement, military, and public safety agencies worldwide. goTenna is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forterra, a leading provider of ground autonomy solutions for the US Department of Defense and other organizations.

About the role:

We'reseeking aNetwork Scientist to work with our CTO,Scientific Advisor, and Product & Engineeringteams to develop and extend goTenna’s Aspen Grove mesh networking protocol suite. Responsibilities include architecting, designing, simulating, and helping to implement networking protocols, producing specifications of such protocols and interfaces, and experimentally evaluating performance. The idealcandidateshould be passionate about goTenna’s mission,becreativeandself-motivated,and have strong written and oral communication skills. The Network Scientist should display strong critical-thinkingabilitiesand have a collaborative approach to solving problems, while also being able to work independently whenrequired.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Designing, implementing, simulating, and analyzing network protocol models.
• Designing cutting-edge medium access, routing, and transport protocols for mesh networking.
• Constructing models and running simulations in Network Simulator 3 (ns-3) or similar discrete-event simulation tool to evaluate, refine, and estimate performance for a variety of scenarios.
• Producing design specifications and experimental analysis reports.
• Understanding the radio hardware and constraints to accurately represent them in models.
• Collaborating with the firmware team to support the implementation in actual radio hardware, including supporting the firmware implementation via simulation results and auxiliary software as appropriate.
• Working with the Product team to determine the feasibility of new features and capabilities.
• Professional activities including publishing at peer-reviewed conferences, journals and performing committee service.
• Driving cutting-edge innovation in wireless networking and related technologies, facilitating new idea generation, and patenting inventions
• Writingcompany white papers to allow the team and customers to keep up with state-of-the-art developments.
• Supporting troubleshooting of issues found by the QA team, when needed.
• Providing expert-level protocol know-how training and support to other teams.

Required Experience:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field and at least one (1) year of relevant experience in Computer Networking, Wireless Mesh Networking, and Network Communications.
• Extensive knowledge of C++ and Python programming languages.
• Experience in Embedded Systems and Network Architecture.
• Developing novel routing solutions for wireless mesh networks using NS-3 simulation framework

Preferred Experience:

• Multi-team or scaled environments with complex dependencies.
• Working in startup or fast-moving product environments.
• AI-assisted workflows or developer tooling.
• Working on government-focused projects.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY

This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances:

ITAR: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Required

Placement

Placement at the appropriate job level (entry, senior, etc) will be determined by a combination of years of experience, demonstration of proficiency in this field, and other qualifications.

goTenna is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Benefits:

• Equity
• 401(k) plan
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental Leave with Pay
• Holiday pay (including December recess)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and life insurance
• Pre-tax benefits
• Short- and Long-term disability plans
• Professional Development Stipend

Pay range

130,000 - 160,000 USD per year (Hybrid (Jersey City, NJ))