Carnegie Mellon University

Senior Autonomous Systems Research Scientist

Carnegie Mellon University

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Pittsburgh • Pennsylvania • Virginia • United States

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Identify, lead, and conduct research in support of critical U.S. government needs
  • Lead novel research in applied machine learning and robotics
  • Lead interdisciplinary teams to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders
  • Actively participate 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, lead technical sessions, and contribute to the establishment of technical norms for the Lab
  • Maintain awareness of the latest in AI-enabled autonomous systems, especially as it pertains to National Security use cases
  • 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 Robotics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline with ten (10) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with eight (8) years of experience; OR PhD in the same fields with five (5) years of experience
  • A published track record of conducting machine learning and robotics research and applying scientific methods
  • Experience leading research projects and collaborating across research teams and stakeholders
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to convey complex technical ideas to diverse audiences
  • Experience writing and delivering successful research proposals to funding agencies and leading the resulting projects
  • Experience with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and other pertinent languages and frameworks
  • Familiarity with state of practice, emerging trends and opportunities in industry and government
  • Experience working with Department of War and Intelligence Community preferred.
Benefits
  • comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
  • generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
  • tuition benefits
  • ample paid time off and observed holidays
  • life and accidental death and disability insurance
  • free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
  • access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
  • fitness center access
  • much more!
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Hard Skills & Tools
machine learningroboticsprogramming languagesPythonC/C++scientific methodsresearch project managementtechnical presentationsproposal writing
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationcollaborationtechnical norm establishment
Certifications
BS in RoboticsBS in Computer ScienceBS in Machine LearningBS in Electrical EngineeringMS in RoboticsMS in Computer ScienceMS in Machine LearningMS in Electrical EngineeringPhD in RoboticsPhD in Computer Science