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Principal Software Research Engineer

RTI InternationalSunnyvale, CA
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

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Responsibilities: Devise innovative solutions that establish the groundwork for secure, flexible, and efficient distributed systems. Develop and implement long-term strategic research initiatives. Collaborate with the business development team to identify key research topics and propose engaging research projects. Draft research proposals and detailed project reports. Lead and execute research contracts, serving as Principal Investigator or Staff Member on externally funded projects. Engage actively with research sponsors, clients, partners, and potential collaborators. Stay updated on emerging technological trends and share insights throughout RTI. Communicate your technical innovations through publications and presentations. Facilitate the transition of promising innovations to product development, collaborating with product management and engineering teams to design, test, and support this transition.

About the job

Are you an innovative researcher with a passion for transforming theoretical concepts into practical applications? Do you excel in tackling complex challenges within distributed systems, such as artificial intelligence at the edge, cybersecurity, and software-defined networking for autonomous machines? If you're a visionary thinker eager to collaborate at the crossroads of product development and cutting-edge technology, this opportunity is perfect for you!

As a principal member of our distinguished research team, celebrated for its remarkable success in research commercialization, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our software infrastructure remains at the forefront of the industry. Your research will not just stay confined to the lab; rather, you will spearhead initiatives that will propel advancements in autonomous vehicles, medical robotics, and intelligent power systems. Engage in groundbreaking research on distributed systems that builds on a solid, data-driven foundation while tackling the most challenging problems across the technology stack—from communication protocols for intelligent machines to their decision-making processes in real-world scenarios.

About RTI International

RTI International is a leading nonprofit research institute known for its commitment to driving innovation and solving critical challenges across various sectors. Our team is at the forefront of research commercialization, enabling groundbreaking advancements in technology that positively impact the world.

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