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Red Cell Partners ยท 1 day ago

Optimization Scientist (Security Clearance)

positionHuntsville, AL
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$160K/yr - $300K/yr

Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm focused on building technology-led companies in healthcare, cyber, and national security. The Optimization Scientist role involves driving innovation through mathematical modeling and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to optimize complex systems using advanced AI and data analytics.

FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

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 heuristics and optimization models to solve complex problems in various industries, ensuring efficiency and scalability
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in decision science and implement best practices for our customers
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

Qualification

Mathematical optimization modelsProgramming languagesCloud-based SAAS productsAlgebraic Modeling LanguagesPh.D. in OptimizationModeling transportationLogisticsPublications in journalsCommunication skills

Required

Demonstrated expertise in building mathematical optimization 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
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 Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field
U.S. citizenship is required
A US Secret Clearance is required
Reside in Huntsville, AL or willingness to relocate (company-assisted)

Preferred

Experience with cloud-based SAAS products and pipelines
Experience with Algebraic Modeling Languages and Solvers (e.g., Pyomo, GAMS, AMPL, CPLEX, Gurobi)
A Ph.D. with a focus on Optimization
Experience in modeling transportation and logistics
Publications in scientific journals and/or conferences

Benefits

100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay.
Unlimited PTO, with management approval with all Federal holidays observed.
Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
Occasional travel to our offices in Washington D.C or alternative locations to collaborate with your team in person.
Optional 401K and FSA available.
Equity incentives available.
Ability to work fully remote within the United States.

Company

Red Cell Partners

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Red Cell Partners uniquely positioned at the creative intersection of investing and national security.
dateFounded in 2020
location
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size51-200 employees
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https://www.redcellpartners.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Grant Verstandig
Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO
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Kevin Keaton
Founding Partner/CTO
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