Signal and Image Processing Scientist

Areté

Mid-level Scientist developing signal/image processing algorithms and software at Areté. Supporting innovative solutions for complex security challenges with a team of scientists and engineers.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeNorthridge • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

NoSQLPythonSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze data, evaluate existing algorithm performance, develop and prototype new algorithms or enhancements to existing algorithms and work with software engineers to implement the algorithms into robust and highly performant software
Support the development of signal and image processing algorithms and software
Collaborate with a staff of signal/image processing scientists and software engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Recently completed a PHD or Postdoc in a STEM discipline
Demonstrated experience with signal processing, image processing, computer vision, or machine learning
Experience programming in Python, MATLAB, or similar languages
Experience programming in C or C++
Proficiency integrating and querying databases (e.g., SQL or NoSQL) from Python or C/C++ applications
Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with small teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to work onsite in the office 100%
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance and meet customer-specific security screening requirements that could include a CI Polygraph

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Algorithm DevelopmentData AnalysisDatabase IntegrationSQLNoSQL

Soft Skills

Intellectual CuriosityCollaborationCommunication

Certifications

TS/SCI Security Clearance