Applied Scientist, DEFCON AI
$150-400k
+ Equity
Modeling, simulation & analysis for mobility
Job no longer available
Modeling, simulation & analysis for mobility
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
$150-400k
+ Equity
21-100 employees
Company mission
To create and scale state-of-the-art technology solutions for the next-generation of logistics and mobility workflows.
Role
Who you are
- 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
Desirable
- 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
What the job involves
- Are you passionate about driving innovation through advanced mathematical modeling
- Does working in a multi-disciplinary team that addresses a diverse range of complex problems get you excited
- If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as an Applied Scientist in the Tech Development and Analytics team at DEFCON AI
- We’re currently looking for creative, smart, and humble teammates who want to join our group of world-renowned researchers as we push the boundaries applying AI to complex problems
- As an Applied Scientist, you will be at the forefront of driving the development and deployment of our Reinforcement Learning models
- If you're a forward-thinking, technically adept individual with a passion for mathematical modeling and optimization, this role is for you
- 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
Our take
According to DEFCON AI, current military logistics and supply chain operations are not resilient to disruptive events. This can mean that vital personnel, equipment, and cargo might not get where they are needed at the right times, a problem that the company hopes to combat.
Its approach is to deliver high-quality simulations that show how different logistics operations and supply chains respond to disruption. Leveraging AI and advanced software architectures, DEFCON AI can model events at multiple levels of fidelity, supplying actionable insights for improvement.
A Red Cell Partners’ incubation, DEFCON AI has grown impressively since founding in 2022. It has closed millions of dollars in funding and delivered a well-received first product. Now, with its latest investment, the company will grow its team, enhance its R&D program and extend its core capabilities.
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Company
Funding (1 round)
Aug 2024
$44m
SEED
Total funding: $44m
Company HQ
McLean, VA
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Leadership
Grant Verstandig
(Executive Chair)Director of the Board Of Directors for The OSS Society. Member of the Board of Directors at Envisagenics, Greater Washington Partnership and NexImmune. Co-founded Zephyr AI, Red Cell Partners and Epirus.
Yisroel Brumer
(CEO)Founding Partner at Red Cell Partners and Board Member at TARA Mind. Co-founded and is Executive Vice Chairman at Zephyr AI and spent 14 years working in the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
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