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Senior Research Engineer at Murmuration | Remote

MurmurationRemote — United States
Remote Full-time $190.6K/yr - $190.6K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should possess:Proven experience in software engineering, particularly in data science and research environments. Strong understanding of system architecture and the ability to make strategic decisions that balance short-term needs with long-term sustainability. Expertise in developing scalable platforms and tools that enhance operational efficiency. Ability to mentor and elevate the skills of junior team members through effective guidance and support. Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams. A passion for civic engagement and a commitment to utilizing technology to foster community empowerment.

About the job

At Murmuration, we are driven by a vision that America's potential is continuously shaped by the innovative ideas and aspirations of its diverse communities. We firmly believe in empowering individuals to pursue better lives for themselves, their families, and their neighbors.

Our mission is to bolster community power through various strategic avenues: building a network of partners who share our values, delivering profound, data-informed insights into the needs and perspectives of communities, creating tools that simplify and enhance engagement, and providing services that elevate our partners' ability to drive meaningful change.

We envision a future where every community possesses the resources necessary to enable individuals to lead healthy, free, and dignified lives. Our work focuses on reimagining the systems and structures that govern our lives—education, governance, and problem-solving—ensuring they are just, equitable, resilient, and grounded in mutual responsibility. By reinforcing community ties, we aspire to foster a civic landscape characterized by collective action and compassion, empowered by leadership that authentically represents all voices.

Our team is a vibrant blend of organizers, scientists, educators, technologists, and seasoned campaigners united by the conviction that together, we can harness our talents to transform America for the better. We believe in the power of collaboration and support each other unwaveringly, celebrating our achievements and overcoming challenges as one.

About the Position

As a Senior Research Engineer, you will leverage your extensive engineering expertise and sound judgment to make informed architectural choices. You will spearhead intricate projects within Murmuration’s research and data science infrastructure, designing, developing, and maintaining the platforms and tools that empower our researchers, data scientists, and partners to work more efficiently and at scale. Your ability to deconstruct vague challenges, balance speed with sustainability, and deliver dependable systems will ensure the long-term success of our initiatives.

Your role will place you at the nexus of engineering and enablement, collaborating closely with teams across Research, Data Science, Product Development, and Growth to create the systems that drive our understanding and activation of civic engagement in America. In addition to your technical contributions, you will uplift the team through mentorship, technical leadership, and the establishment of best practices that enhance collective effectiveness.

The Research Engineering Team is dedicated to developing systems that amplify the impact of our researchers, data scientists, and network. Our goal is to transform a research question that typically takes three days to resolve into one that can be answered in three minutes—scaling model evaluations from millions to billions without manual intervention, and making advanced analytics accessible to journalists and decision-makers who lack data expertise. Join us in building these transformative platforms and tools.

About Murmuration

Murmuration is committed to empowering communities across America by leveraging innovative data insights and fostering collaborative partnerships. We envision a society where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, and we work tirelessly to create systems that support equitable and just outcomes for all.

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