Job Description
Job Title:  Senior Scientist I , Computing & Intelligence
Requisition ID:  725
Posting Start Date:  06/04/2026

Job Summary

The High Performance Computing group is seeking research scientists to join the group, focusing on AI for Science, high-performance computing, and system optimisation. The role offers opportunities to work on system-level software development, performance optimization, and the integration of AI models with scientific simulations on modern GPU-based and heterogeneous computing platforms. The appointee will collaborate closely with local and international research partners and is expected to contribute to high-impact research outcomes.

 

For the Research Scientist role, a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field is required.

 

We are looking for candidates with knowledge in one or more of the following:

  1. High-performance computing, parallel or distributed systems

  2. GPU programming, system-level optimization, or communication libraries (e.g., MPI/NCCL)

  3. Programming in C/C++, Python, and experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch

  4. Machine learning and/or AI for scientific applications

  5. Demonstrated ability or strong potential to publish in top-tier international conferences and journals (e.g., SC, ASPLOS)

  6. Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative research team

 

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.