Remote Applied Scientist

Summary

Join our team at DEFCON AI as an Applied Scientist and contribute to driving innovation through advanced mathematical modeling.

Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in building mathematical models for complex real-world problems
• The ability to write efficient, clean, and maintainable code in one or many programming languages with the ability and willingness to learn more (Python, Java, Rust, C++, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - with emphasis on the ability to effectively communicate highly technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences alike
• An advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Alternative to traditional educational pathways, a well-documented portfolio of projects you could share and speak to is acceptable
• U.S. citizenship is required

Responsibilities

• Integrate with an interdisciplinary team of experts in optimization and simulation to design, build, and optimize models that deliver high-quality, real-world insights
• Design and implement novel Reinforcement Learning algorithms and approaches to solve sequential decision problems, ensuring efficiency and scalability
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in reinforcement learning and implement best practices to enhance our ML infrastructure
• The communication of complex technical concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders clearly and concisely
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience driving Reinforcement Learning system development
• Experience implementing Reinforcement Learning in complex domains – preferably with collaborative multi-agent systems
• Experience with cloud-based SAAS products and pipelines
• A Ph.D. with a focus on Reinforcement Learning or a relevant area (Markov Decision Processes, Sequential Decision Analytics, Approximate Dynamic Programming, Robust Optimization, etc.)
• Publications in scientific journals and/or conferences are preferred

Benefits

• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay
• Unlimited PTO, with management approval
• A fully remote, results-based work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
• Occasional travel to our offices in Washington D.C or alternative locations to collaborate with your team in person
• Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available