Lead Applied Scientist

Kyiv; Lviv; RemoteRemotePosted 5 weeks ago

Role Overview

Squad is hiring a Lead Applied Scientist. This is a contract remote role, with the team based in Kyiv; Lviv; Remote. Part of Squad's Qa hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Lead-level Qa roles is $140k-$215k (based on 12 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job Summary

We are looking for a Lead Applied Scientist to join our Research team. In this role, you will drive full-cycle research development in the sensors domain and report directly to the Head of Research. You will guide the team to meet key milestones and timelines. Your focus will combine technical leadership in processing visual and low-level sensor data with people management and team performance tracking.

Responsibilities and Duties

Lead a team of 4-8 Applied Scientists to advance research projects and algorithmic performance using a mix of state-of-the-art or "classical" techniques
Own and maintain existing CV features
Prototype new features within computer vision and sensor domains
Coordinate with the data team to analyze research test data, develop evaluation metrics, and optimize algorithms

Qualifications and Skills

5+ years of experience in research, data science, or data analysis
1+ years of experience leading a research group or technical team on data science projects
Strong background as a software engineer working on advanced algorithms, or as a researcher with a track record of shipping solid production-ready software engineering solutions
Deep theoretical and practical applied knowledge of Computer Vision algorithms
Solid understanding of deep learning frameworks, machine learning, and data analysis concepts
Strong experience in Python
Good knowledge of CS fundamentals, algorithms, and data structures
Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
Proficient in written and spoken English

Nice to have

Experience with LLMs and Generative AI frameworks
Experience with DSP, Computer Vision segmentation, Metric Learning, and Kalman filters
Experience with C++ or a willingness to develop strong C++ expertise
Experience with AWS and Docker

We offer multiple benefits that include

The environment of equal opportunities, transparent and value-based corporate culture and an individual approach to each team member
Competitive compensation and perks
Opportunity to receive a Performance Bonus for your individual achievements and a Loyalty Bonus recognizing your dedication to the company
Gig-contract
21 paid vacation days per year, paid public holidays according to the Ukrainian legislation
Development opportunities like corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and free English classes as well as educational leaves
Medical insurance is provided from day one. Sick leaves and medical leaves are available
Remote working mode is available within Ukraine only
Free meals, fruits, and snacks when working in the office.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Lead Applied Scientist position at Squad?

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Is the Lead Applied Scientist role at Squad remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Kyiv; Lviv; Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a Lead Applied Scientist at Squad earn?

Squad has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Lead Applied Scientist role at Squad posted?

This role was posted on June 12, 2026 (41 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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