About this opportunity
Areté lists this Scientist 2 opportunity in los angeles, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Areté, we are on the forefront of developing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.
Discover your future with us.
We are seeking an entry- or mid-level Scientist (Algorithm Developer) that has a strong background in Math, Physics, and/or Scientific Computing. The successful candidate will join a staff of signal/image processing scientists and software engineers that support the development of physical models/simulations, data analysis algorithms and scientific software. In this position you will develop physics-based models, create simulation software, analyze simulated and real-world data, develop and prototype new algorithms or enhancements to existing algorithms, and implement models and algorithms in software.
The successful candidate will have opportunities in one or more of the following areas: physics-based modeling and simulation, data analysis, sensor characterization, signal/image processing, object detection and tracking, computer vision, and machine learning.
This role requires a passion for solving challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment with dedicated and experienced scientists and engineers. This position will be based at our Northridge, CA office and is classified as a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position.
We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Financial
Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Assistance
Work-Life Balance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
What We Value
Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
Integrity and responsibility in all actions
Collaboration across teams and specialties
Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
Passion for national security and excellence
Experiences And Background We Look For (required Skills)
Qualified candidates will have a BS or MS in a STEM discipline
Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
Significant experience programming in Python, C/C++, MATLAB or similar languages
Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with small teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to work onsite in the office 100%
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS security clearance
Nice To Have (preferred Skills)
Physics-based modeling and simulation experience
Experience working with Unreal Engine or Unity development environments
Experience with signal processing, image processing, and/or computer vision
Experience with machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, object classification, and/orautomated target recognition
Experience with optical, electro-optical, and/or acoustic (sonar) sensors and their data products
Experience designing software using object-oriented design methods
Experience with Git, GitLab, or similar version control system
Experience working in a Linux environment
Parallel programming experience (threads, MPI, CUDA, etc.)
Active Secret Clearance
The salary range for this role depends on the candidate’s level of experience:
Scientist 1: $90,000 - $125,000 (required BS degree or higher)
Scientist 2: $110,000 - $145,000 (minimum experience of BS+2 years, OR MS+0 years)
Staff Scientist: $130,000 - $165,000 (minimum experience of BS+5 years, MS+3 years, or PhD+0 years)
However, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Other Considerations
Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.
Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
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Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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