Impact Careers Full-time

Senior Research Engineer, Applied AI

CATO Institute

Posted

Mar 13, 2026

Location

Remote

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$100000 - $100000

Mission

What you will drive

  • Design and implement applied AI systems to advance CATO's research and policy goals.
  • Collaborate with researchers to develop AI-driven tools for data analysis and policy modeling.
  • Lead technical projects from conception to deployment, ensuring alignment with organizational impact objectives.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role directly supports CATO's mission to promote individual liberty and free markets by leveraging AI to enhance policy research and public understanding.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • 7+ years of experience in software engineering or AI research.
  • Proficiency in Python, machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow), and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP).
  • Strong understanding of AI safety and ethics principles.
  • Experience with natural language processing and large language models.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible work arrangements. Opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and public policy.