Chief Scientist

🇺🇸 Woburn, Massachusetts
$3K - $3K Annual
Posted 1 day ago
Expires September 2, 2026

The Chief Scientist at STR will lead technical teams in developing and deploying open architecture solutions for sensor systems, focusing on real-time, resource-constrained applications with strict latency requirements. This role involves transitioning algorithms from concept to real-time implementation, contributing to marketing efforts, and mentoring junior engineers.

Key responsibilities include optimizing architecture performance, architecting communication infrastructure for distributed processing systems, supporting end-to-end open system integration, conducting design reviews, and ensuring compliance with open architecture standards. The Chief Scientist will also mentor junior and mid-level engineers, write technical reports, interface with customers and stakeholders, lead proposal development efforts, and collaborate with various engineering teams.

Candidates should possess a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 10-15+ years of relevant experience. Experience in open architecture development, sensor system integration, professional software development, C++ for high-performance real-time applications, and leading complex development efforts is required. An active security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level is preferred.

The full-time salary range for this position is $26,500,000 to $33,000,000 annually. STR offers a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions of all team members. Employees are encouraged to push the envelope of technology and make the world safer.

STR is an employee-owned company committed to delivering impact through sustained innovation and application of technology. The company values integrity, teamwork, and personal growth, fostering a culture where diverse perspectives and unconventional ideas drive exceptional outcomes. STR offers opportunities for professional growth and encourages employees to make a lasting impact on the world.

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