Network Scientist

Designing, implementing, simulating, and analyzing network protocol models. Designing cutting-edge medium access, routing, and transport protocols for mesh networking. Constructing models and running simulations in Network Simulator 3 (ns-3) or similar discrete-event simulation tool to evaluate, refine, and estimate performance for a variety of scenarios. Producing design specifications and experimental analysis reports. Understanding the radio hardware and constraints to accurately represent them in models. Collaborating with the firmware team to support the implementation in actual radio hardware, including supporting the firmware implementation via simulation results and auxiliary software as appropriate. Working with the Product team to determine the feasibility of new features and capabilities. Professional activities including publishing at peer-reviewed conferences, journals and performing committee service. Driving cutting-edge innovation in wireless networking and related technologies, facilitating new idea generation, and patenting inventions. Writing company white papers to allow the team and customers to keep up with state-of-the-art developments. Supporting troubleshooting of issues found by the QA team, when needed. Providing expert-level protocol know-how training and support to other teams. Requirements Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field and at least one (1) year of relevant experience in Computer Networking, Wireless Mesh Networking, and Network Communications. Extensive knowledge of C++ and Python programming languages. Experience in Embedded Systems and Network Architecture. Developing novel routing solutions for wireless mesh networks using NS-3 simulation framework Multi-team or scaled environments with complex dependencies. Working in startup or fast-moving product environments. AI-assisted workflows or developer tooling. Working on government-focused projects. ITAR: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Required CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in designing and simulating network protocols, particularly in wireless mesh networking, utilizing advanced programming skills in C++ and Python. Capable of collaborating across teams to implement solutions in embedded systems and network architecture while contributing to innovation and technical documentation. Highest-signal resume keywords C++ Programming Python Programming Network Simulator 3 (NS-3) Wireless Mesh Networking Embedded Systems ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Network Protocol Design Routing Protocols Performance Analysis Simulation Modeling Experimental Analysis Soft Skills Collaboration Communication Problem-Solving Certifications & Qualifications U.S. Security Clearance Eligibility Industry Keywords Computer Networking Network Communications Wireless Networking ITAR Compliance Peer-Reviewed Publications Tools & Technologies Network Simulator 3 (NS-3) Firmware Implementation Auxiliary Software #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor