We are seeking a mid-level
Scientist with a strong background in Math, Physics, and Scientific Computing. The successful candidate will join a staff of signal/image processing scientists and software engineers that support the development of signal and image processing algorithms and software. In this position you will analyze data, evaluate existing algorithm performance, develop and prototype new algorithms or enhancements to existing algorithms and work with software engineers to implement the algorithms into robust and highly performant software. The successful candidate may ultimately be utilized in one or more of the following areas: ocean remote sensing, signal/image processing, state estimation, detection and tracking, computer vision, machine learning, physics-based modeling and simulation, data analysis, and sensor characterization.
This position is based in our
Northridge, CA office and is a non-exempt, non-supervisory, full-time 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):- The ideal candidate will have recently completed a PHD or Postdoc in a STEM discipline
- Demonstrated experience with signal processing, image processing, computer vision, or machine learning
- Experience programming in Python, MATLAB, or similar languages
- Experience programming in C or C++
- Proficiency integrating and querying databases (e.g., SQL or NoSQL) from Python or C/C++ applications
- 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/SCI security clearance and meet customer-specific security screening requirements that could include a CI Polygraph
Nice to Have (Preferred Skills):- Experience working in a Linux environment
- Physics-based modeling and simulation experience
- Remote sensing experience utilizing Electro-Optics or Synthetic Aperture RADAR
- Computer vision, image and data fusion, image classification or automated target recognition
- Parallel programming experience (threads, MPI, CUDA, etc.)
- Active Top Secret Clearance
The salary range for this role depends on the candidate's level of experience:- Scientist 1: $90,000 - $110,000 [required: BS degree or higher]
- Scientist 2: $105,000 - $130,000 [required: BS + 2 years' experience OR MS degree]
- Staff Scientist: $125,000 - $150,000 [required: PhD or BS + 5 years of relevant experience]
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
