Research Staff Member - Computer Science

Job description Research Staff Member IBM Research - Brazil is seeking both entry-level and experienced researchers in computer-related fields to conduct research in areas such as distributed systems, cloud computing, mobile technologies, analytics and optimization, and social networking. The successful candidates will be responsible for conducting research related to infrastructure, solutions, simulation, and optimization applied to areas such as: cloud computing platforms, IT-delivery systems, smarter cities infrastructure, transportation, public safety, high-performance computing systems, and mobile applications. Candidates must have demonstrated ability to define research plans, carry out leading research, and publish research results through professional journals, academic conferences, and patents. IBM Researchers are expected to formalize challenging problems, develop new technology and solutions, and work with business & development teams to ensure those have significant impact. We work together with IBM researchers worldwide and top academic partners and expect our researchers to publish results in top-tier conferences and journals as well as apply for patents. Degree: preference PhD, required MSc Experience: 0-10 years Major Fields of Study : Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or related areas. Language: fluency in English (required) and in Portuguese (preferred) Additional information IBM Research - Brazil is a research center focused on the development of technology for a smarter planet. It is IBM Research's ninth global research lab, the first in South America, and focus on: Smarter natural resource discovery, exploration and logistics, initially in the areas of oil and gas, and addressing the sustainability and safety of the resources industry. Smarter devices and advanced semiconductor technology to address some of the challenges of building a smarter planet. Smarter "human systems" combining people and technology, with an emphasis on large-scale events and their underlying technology. IBM Research – Brazil was founded in 2010 and aims to quickly grow to a highly skilled and cross-disciplinary group of researchers and software engineers. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Required
Master's Degree Basic knowledge in Expertise in computer systems such as distributed systems, mobile technologies, GIS systems, cloud computing, mathematical modeling, high performance computing systems English: Fluent
Preferred
Doctorate Degree in Mathematics At least 1 year experience in Expertise in computer systems such as distributed systems, mobile technologies, GIS systems, cloud computing, mathematical modeling, high performance computing systems
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Research Staff Member - Computer Science