Applied AI/ML Researcher
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About the job
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking an Applied AI/ML Researcher to join the Cyber Operations & Analysis Technology Group. In this role, you will apply your expertise in AI/ML and cyber security to develop innovative solutions that enhance cyber resilience and the effectiveness of U.S. cyber operations. You will work on challenging technical problems in cyber security, developing new technologies and prototyping systems with a focus on practical impact for national security applications. This is an interdisciplinary role where you will collaborate with researchers across MIT and learn new areas, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and demonstrate cutting-edge data analysis and software solutions in novel AI/ML application areas.
- Analyze real data and systems to derive insights and develop solutions.
- Collaborate with a dynamic team to acquire new skills and apply them to emerging application areas.
- Contribute to project leadership, technical execution, and knowledge sharing through publications and presentations.
- Participate in a culture of continuous learning and growth to advance as a researcher and technical expert.
Requirements
- A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field with relevant work experience.
- PhD with experience applying skills beyond pure research, OR Master's with at least 5 years of relevant technical experience, OR Bachelor's with at least 10 years of relevant technical experience.
- Proficiency in applying artificial intelligence/machine learning for data analysis and software system design.
- Cyber security experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical communication for non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on difficult, open-ended problems with interdisciplinary teams.
- Motivation to proactively identify and investigate technical problems.
- Experience applying large language models (LLMs) for retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) for technical problems (desired).
- Proficiency in Python, C/C++, Java, or similar (desired).
- United States military operations with defensive cyber operations experience (preferred).
- Data architecture and data engineering experience (desired).
- Mathematical or statistical modeling and problem-solving experience (desired).
- Human–system integration experience (desired).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret-level DoD security clearance.
- Must be within commutable distance of Lexington, Massachusetts.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- Work-life balance options