Senior Research Scientist - AI Security

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 168,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Comprehensive health benefits

Opportunities for professional dev.

Flexible work environment

Access to cutting-edge technology and

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Senior Research Scientist - AI Security for remote work in the United States. This role drives advanced research at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, identifying weaknesses in AI workflows and traditional software systems, translating findings into practical security solutions.

Responsibilities include conducting innovative research, developing remediation tools, publishing results, and collaborating across teams to improve AI and security.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in machine learning, cybersecurity, or related fields.
• Proven programming expertise.
• Deep knowledge of AI vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Strong understanding of Generative AI workflows.
• Ability to clearly present complex technical information.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research to enhance cybersecurity and AI.
• Develop tools to identify and remediate weaknesses in AI and conventional systems.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed venues or share with relevant communities.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to improve AI and security solutions.
• Contribute to solving new challenges in AI and security.

Skills

ML security experience

Cybersecurity

Programming skills

Generative AI workflows

Strong presenter

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/CE/DS

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Research Scientist - AI Security to join the team of a leader in the Telecommunications & Hardware space.

This role will drive advanced research at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on identifying weaknesses in modern AI workflows and conventional software systems. You will help shape methods, tools, and practices that improve the security and resilience of cutting-edge technologies. The position requires close collaboration across technical teams to translate research insights into practical solutions with real-world impact.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $168,000 – $304,750 annually

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research to enhance cybersecurity and AI
• Contribute to solving new challenges in AI and security
• Develop tools to identify and remediate weaknesses in AI and conventional systems
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed venues or share with relevant communities
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to improve AI and security solutions

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in machine learning, cybersecurity, or closely related fields
• Proven programming expertise
• Strong knowledge of AI and conventional software vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies
• Deep understanding of Generative AI workflows
• Self-starter with a passion for growth and continuous learning
• Ability to clearly present complex technical information

Benefits

• Equity options
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible work environment
• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.