Sr. Research Scientist

Axon develops devices and cloud software for public safety, focusing on protecting life through technology and innovation.
$180,000 - $290,000
Machine Learning
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Research Scientist

Axon, a leader in public safety technology, is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join their mission of protecting life through AI and Machine Learning innovations. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply cutting-edge ML research to real-world public safety challenges. The position combines academic rigor with practical implementation, requiring expertise in computer vision, distributed computing, and edge AI solutions.

The ideal candidate will drive the entire ML development lifecycle, from dataset creation to model deployment, while contributing to the broader research community through publications and open-source contributions. With a competitive base salary range of $180,000-$290,000, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility of remote work, this role offers both professional growth and meaningful impact.

Working at Axon means joining a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where your work directly influences public safety outcomes. The company values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters an inclusive culture where innovative thinking is celebrated. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, translating complex ML concepts for various audiences while developing solutions that scale across cloud and edge environments.

This role is perfect for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a passion for social impact. You'll be at the forefront of applying AI technologies to protect both law enforcement officers and the communities they serve, making a tangible difference in public safety while advancing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking organization.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Research Scientist

  • Drive ML development lifecycle: shape datasets, investigate modeling approaches, train/evaluate/tune models
  • Leverage state-of-the-art research to deliver high quality models
  • Contribute to research community via publications, tech blogs, and open-source code
  • Implement end-to-end training pipeline
  • Develop Computer Vision solutions for public safety applications

Requirements For Sr. Research Scientist

Python
  • Master's Degree (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or equivalent
  • 5+ years of combined academic and industrial research experience in Computer Vision
  • Experience with Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and GitHub
  • Track record of publications and contributions to the machine learning community
  • Experience with distributed machine learning and cloud deployments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Knowledge of IoT/Edge AI and model optimization
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Strong communication skills

Benefits For Sr. Research Scientist

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Vision Insurance
  • Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
  • Discretionary paid time off
  • Paid parental leave for all
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Fitness Programs
  • Emotional & Mental Wellness support
  • Learning & Development programs
  • Office snacks

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