💼 About This Role

You'll conduct original research at the frontier of AI and automated code reasoning, inventing novel solutions to secure complex enterprise environments. Your work will directly impact how AI agents defend against cyber attacks at unprecedented speed and scale. Cogent blends frontier research with real-world execution, backed by Greylock.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Conduct research on AI-driven code reasoning and automated analysis
• Invent and prototype novel AI techniques for code challenges
• Design automated testing and fuzzing strategies
• Publish findings at top-tier conferences and journals

📋 Requirements

• Experience in automated reasoning (static/dynamic analysis, formal verification, fuzzing)
• Track record of applying AI/ML to code reasoning or code generation
• Demonstrated research publication at recognized conferences or journals
• Degree in Computer Science or closely related technical field

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience in cybersecurity (vulnerability classes, exploit techniques)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi, CDK)

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💰 Competitive salary $100k-$300k base
• 🧩 Variable compensation and equity
• 🏥 Comprehensive benefits
• 🌍 Inclusive and diverse company culture

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Phone Screen· 30 min
2. 2Technical Interview· 60 min
3. 3Onsite (Research Presentation + Coding)· 3-4 hours