Applied Scientist, AI & Deep Learning; mid to senior level

Applied Scientist, AI & Deep Learning (mid to senior level)

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, robotics, smart sensing, and human-centered computing. The resulting research and development help to continuously advance government programs and discover new possibilities in the commercial marketplace. At Charles River, we take great pride in our success at attracting and retaining the most talented and creative problem-solvers in our field.

Now as part of GRVTY, we offer the same trusted capabilities with increased organizational depth and expanded capacity across mission‑critical national security domains. Are you ready to accelerate our mission‑focused innovations?

We are seeking an Applied Scientist passionate about building next‑generation neuro‑symbolic AI. In this role, you will be not just applying AI technology but helping to build the next‑generation version of that technology. You will be extending the cutting edge of deep learning and machine learning technologies, with novel integration with technologies including symbolic knowledge, probabilistic programming and Bayesian reasoning, automatic program synthesis, combinatoric optimization, and more.

You will be collaborating with researchers, engineers, and subject‑matter experts to build core technologies and deployable AI solutions solving complex problems with high impact on national security and society.

• Design, architect and implement state‑of‑the‑art AI frameworks and solutions
• Debug, profile, and refine complex AI systems
• Collaborate with and/or manage software engineers and scientists
• Lead or contribute to writing reports and papers
• Foster relationships with customers
• Develop and manage highly innovative R&D programs

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance
• 3+ years experience building ML/AI systems or a completed graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) with academic research experience in ML/AI systems
• Moderate to advanced proficiency in Python
• Good fundamental knowledge in probability, multivariable calculus, linear algebra, and related technical areas
• Familiarity with Linux systems and development
• Motivated to learn and apply new technologies
• Ability to accommodate a hybrid schedule (60% onsite 40% remote)

• 5+ years of post graduate experience building AI/ML systems
• Experience with product deployment
• Experience as a writer or co‑writer to DoD proposals/grants
• Demonstrated effectiveness in delivering complex AI/ML solutions to end‑users from concept to deployment
• Demonstrated effectiveness in strategically developing complex AI codebases over months‑to‑years
• Broad knowledge across a diversity of computer science research, including programming languages, knowledge representation, reasoning, optimization, robotics, computer vision, etc. a plus

Massachusetts Pay Range
$120,000 - $220,000 USD

• Health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email  or call 703‑544‑7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.