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Research Scientist - Advanced Computing Lab

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025 CLOSED ON 2/16/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist - Advanced Computing Lab position at Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University?

The SEI AI Division

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, and maintaining AI 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 in novel research in advanced computing and applied machine learning.
  • Contribute to an interdisciplinary team to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders.
  • Conduct rapid prototyping to demonstrate and 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, and lead/co-lead design 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 with eight (8) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with five (5) years of experience; OR PhD with two (2) years of experience.
  • Able to travel to the Arlington SEI 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 and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
  • Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • A published track record of conducting research and applying scientific methods.
  • Mastery of C/C , Python, Verilog/VHDL, and/or other pertinent languages and software tools and frameworks.
  • Experience participating in research projects and collaborating across research teams and mentoring other researchers.
  • Experience working with Department of Defense, 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

More Information:

  • Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.
  • Click here to view a listing of employee benefits
  • Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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