Principal Engineer, AI Applied Research (AI)

Location: On-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States

Annual salary: $255,850–$361,200 USD

Company

hirify.global's advanced research and engineering organization develops AI solutions that support semiconductor technologies and drive innovation across industries.

What you will do

• Lead applied research and develop innovative AI, machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and time-series prediction models.
• Review academic literature, conduct technical assessments, and perform foundational research to identify opportunities and inform technical strategy.
• Build proof-of-concept models and transition them into production-ready solutions for business-critical challenges.
• Lead technical direction, align AI strategies with organizational goals, and drive technical excellence and innovation.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to engineers and researchers while fostering collaborative research communities.

Requirements

• PhD in a STEM field with a focus on foundational IP development.
• 10+ years of professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience with AI fundamentals, including machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision, or time-series prediction models.
• At least 5 years of experience in algorithm research and development, ML model evaluation, training, monitoring, and deployment.
• At least 3 years of experience with power and performance prediction of IPs, preferably memory and logic foundational IPs.
• At least 3 years of advanced Python programming applied to AI and ML model development.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of design and technology co-optimization.
• Experience developing AI agents.
• Experience with prototyping, proof-of-concept designs, systems thinking, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to turn ambiguous ideas into tangible business benefits and align technical strategies with business goals.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, cross-disciplinary research environment focused on innovation and disciplined execution.
• Competitive pay and stock bonuses.
• Health, retirement, and vacation benefits.
• Position of Trust requiring consent to and successful completion of an extended background investigation, subject to applicable law.