Senior Research Scientist - Machine Leaning

STR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

STR in Woburn, MA is seeking a Senior Research Scientist - Machine Learning to develop innovative algorithms focused on signals exploitation and resource management. This role demands a PhD or equivalent experience alongside strong technical skills in machine learning and data analytics.

Ideal candidates have experience with deep learning tools and a track record of solving complex problems with cutting-edge technologies. STR is dedicated to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in scientific field post-BS, or 3+ years post-MS.
• Experience applying deep learning to domains other than images/text.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop disruptive technologies focused on signals exploitation.
• Explore datasets and develop cutting-edge algorithmic techniques.
• Solve high-impact problems for customers in AI/ML domains.

Skills

Building and training neural networks

Python programming

Data analysis using Python

Experience with deep learning tools

Collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams

Education

PhD or equivalent experience in a scientific field

Tools

PyTorch

JAX

TensorFlow

scikit-learn

Pandas

Matplotlib

Job description

Senior Research Scientist - Machine Learning

Location: Woburn, MA

STR’s Analytics and C2 Division researches and develops novel technologies to solve challenging national security problems through advanced analytics. Our team consists of passionate and motivated engineers and scientists with advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, and data science. We use our expertise and creativity to take innovative ideas from conception to mature implementation to improve mission success of our customers.

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

Role

As a Senior Research Scientist at STR, you will help develop disruptive technologies focused on signals exploitation, estimation theory, system resource management, and systems analysis. You will develop cutting edge AI/ML algorithms for novel application domains and modalities, participate on 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. We are looking for someone to join our team onsite as this position is based primarily in the Woburn, MA office.

Qualifications

• BS + 5 years, MS + 3 years, PhD or equivalent experience in a scientific field such as applied math, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or data science
• Experience building and training neural networks using standard deep learning tools (e.g., PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow)
• Ability to perform experiment design, modeling/simulation runs, and associated verification and performance analysis using standard analysis tools (e.g. Python)
• Experience with standard data science tools including scikit-learn, Pandas, and Matplotlib
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, C/C++
• Ability to work and collaborate on multi‑disciplinary teams
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
• 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
• Experience adapting novel machine learning approaches (e.g., from academic literature) to new data sets and problems
• Able to communicate technical foundations of models and algorithms to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Expertise working with time series, geospatial, and/or spatio‑temporal data

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $139,000 - $165,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.