Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist

Horizon Pharma Plc - Pittsburgh, PA

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Pittsburgh, PA

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

At the SEI AI Division, we conduct research in applied artificial intelligence and the engineering questions 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. We discover and define the processes, practices, and tools to support operationalizing AI for robust, secure, scalable, and human-centered mission capabilities. We prepare our customers to be ready for the unique challenges of adopting, deploying, using, and maintaining AI capabilities, and we identify and investigate emerging AI and AI-adjacent technologies that are rapidly transforming the technology landscape. As a senior research scientist specializing in machine learning, you will identify, shape, apply, conduct, and lead research that matches critical U.S. government needs. You will conduct and lead novel research in applied machine learning and artificial intelligence, working with and leading interdisciplinary teams to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders. You will collaborate with Center leaders and colleagues to plan, develop, and carry out an overall research strategy, influencing the national research agenda regarding future technology. Additionally, you will actively participate on teams of software developers, researchers, designers, and technical leads, building relationships and collaborating with researchers, government customers, and other stakeholders to understand challenges, needs, possible solutions, and research directions. Mentoring is also a key aspect of this role, as you will contribute to improving the overall technical capabilities of the team by mentoring and teaching others, participating in design sessions, and sharing insights across the SEI Artificial Intelligence Division.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead novel research in applied machine learning and artificial intelligence.
• Work with and lead interdisciplinary teams to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Center leaders and colleagues to plan, develop, and carry out an overall research strategy.
• Actively participate on teams of software developers, researchers, designers, and technical leads.
• Build relationships and collaborate with researchers, government customers, and other stakeholders to understand challenges, needs, possible solutions, and research directions.
• Contribute to improving the overall technical capabilities of the team by mentoring and teaching others.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science or related discipline with ten (10) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with eight (8) years of experience; OR PhD with five (5) years of experience.
• Deep technical knowledge in applied machine learning and artificial intelligence, with experience in tools, techniques, algorithms, software, and programming languages for deep learning, reinforcement learning, statistics, sensors and sensor fusion, planning, computer vision, or related areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact collaboratively and diplomatically with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to meet deadlines while multi-tasking under pressure and with shifting priorities.
• Creativity and curiosity, with a strong desire to collaborate with premier researchers and visionaries.

Nice-to-haves

• Track record of conducting research in machine learning and artificial intelligence with a reputation for high research and technical integrity.
• Familiarity with technical challenges and emerging trends in computing and information science.
• Experience leading research projects and mentoring other researchers.
• Experience formulating and delivering successful research proposals to funding agencies.
• Familiarity with government research sponsors such as DARPA, IARPA, or Service Labs.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible scheduling options
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for further education
• Employee discount programs