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Carnegie Mellon University Research Scientist - Advanced Computing Lab in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
At the SEI AI Division, we conduct research in applied artificial intelligence and the engineering challenges related to the practical design and implementation of AI technologies and systems. We currently lead a community-wide movement to mature the discipline of AI Engineering for Defense and National Security.
As our government customers adopt AI and machine learning to provide leap-ahead mission capabilities, we
Build real-world, mission-scale AI capabilities through solving practical engineering problems
Discover and define the processes, practices, and tools to support operationalizing AI for human-centered, robust, secure, and scalable mission capabilities
Prepare our customers to be ready for the unique challenges of adopting, deploying, using, andmaintainingAI capabilities
Identify and investigate emerging AI and AI-adjacent technologies that are rapidly transforming the technology landscape
Are you creative, curious, and collaborative? Do you enjoy doing meaningful and complex work? Are you interested in making a difference by bringing innovation to government organizations and beyond? Apply to join our team.
Position Summary: As a research scientist with proven expertise in advanced computing, you will identify, shape, apply, and conduct research in support of critical U.S. government needs.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background with hands-on experience in one or more of the following technology areas: hardware/software co-design, performance optimization with heterogeneous and alternative computing systems (CPU/GPU/NPU/etc.), FPGA design, high-performance computing (HPC), distributed and scalable computing, compiler technology, and algorithm optimization. Additional expertise in applying AI/ML to electromagnetic spectrum operations is desired.
Duties
Participate innovel research in advanced computing and applied machine learning.
Contribute toaninterdisciplinary team to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders.
Conduct rapid prototyping todemonstrateand evaluate technologies in relevant environments.
Test and evaluate new and novel systems for performance and usability.
Collaborate with researchers, developers, engineers, designers, technical leads, campus labs, and our government customers to understand challenges, needs, and potential solutions.
Mentor and teach junior staff,andlead/co-leaddesign sessions.
Explore the latest in advanced hardware, including FPGAs, CGRAs, TPUs, and emergent technologies such as neuromorphic and analog processors.
Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations for diverse audiences, tailor content for varied stakeholders, speak at conferences and workshops, and publish in pertinent peer-reviewed journals.
Requirements
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline witheight(8) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields withfive(5) years of experience; OR PhD withtwo(2) years of experience.
You must be able & willing to work onsite in our Pittsburgh offices 5 days per week.
Ableto travel tothe ArlingtonSEI office, sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings on occasion. Moderate (25%) travel outside of your home location.
You will be subject to a background check investigation and will need to obtain andmaintaina Department of War security clearance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A publishedtrack recordof conducting research and applying scientific methods.
Mastery of C/C++, Python, Verilog/VHDL, and/or other pertinent languages and software tools and frameworks.
Experienceparticipatinginresearch projects and collaborating across research teams and mentoring other researchers.
Experience working with Department of War,Intelligence Community, or other US Government entities.
Familiarity with emerging trends and opportunities in industry and government.
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Software/Applications Development/Engineering
Position Type
Staff – Regular
Full time/Part time
Full time
Pay Basis
Salary
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Always focused on the future, the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) advances software as a strategic advantage for national security. We lead research and direct transition of software engineering, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence technologies at the intersection of academia, industry, and government. We serve the nation as a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and are based at Carnegie Mellon University, a global research university annually rated among the best for its programs in computer science and engineering.
Our people apply special knowledge and skills and are part of an elite research university. We perform research and apply our expertise every day to foresee problems and exploit opportunities in software engineering, AI engineering, and cybersecurity. Quality software that is secure will control the future. At CMU SEI, we are engineering that ever-greater software-fueled future.
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