Research Engineer, Formal Methods

Highlights

• Build a mathematical reasoning engine that operates with absolute precision.
• Push limits of AI theorem proving for software and hardware verification.
• Join after Gold Medal-level 2025 IMO performance and solved open problems.

What they offer

• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) matching
• 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefits for employees and 50% coverage for dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available for qualifying health plans

Ideal candidate

Highly motivated researcher passionate about rigorous mathematical reasoning and verification of critical systems, who thrives driving ambitious technical projects from concept to delivery and collaborating with AI researchers.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience
• Basic proficiency in python
• Proficiency and practical experience with at least one proof assistant (e.g., Lean, Coq, Isabelle, Agda) and a strong foundation in formal methods and mathematical logic
• Experience driving highly technical research projects from early concept to delivery
• Expert level knowledge of Lean4
• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience verifying programs in safety critical fields such as aerospace/defense, automotive, medical, cryptography, etc
• Proven track record in research or development of programming languages
• Proven track record of high-quality research demonstrated by publications, patents, or software contributions
• Contributions to open-source projects or development of software tools in the field