Research Engineer - Formal Methods

About the role

Code Metal is seeking a Research Engineer specializing in Formal Methods to join its team. You will work at the intersection of theory and practice, applying, implementing, and integrating testing and verification tools into Code Metal products.

Key responsibilities

• Work closely with the research team to translate formal methods research into implemented solutions and integrate them into production‑ready Code Metal products.
• Apply and adapt tools and frameworks to make formal verification accessible to practicing engineers.
• Conduct experiments to evaluate the applicability and effectiveness of formal methods on industrial‑scale codebases.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, contributing to both research initiatives and production‑grade solutions.

Required profile

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on software engineering, formal methods, and programming languages.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, or Rust.
• Proficiency in core software development practices such as version control, code review, testing, continuous integration, build systems, and release pipelines.
• Solid background in formal methods to build robust and maintainable systems.
• Familiarity with interactive and automated theorem provers (e.g., PVS, Coq, Lean, SMT solvers), static analyzers (e.g., Frama‑C, Infer, Polyspace), and property‑based testing libraries (e.g., QuickCheck, Hypothesis) is a strong plus.
• Expertise in one or more areas: theorem proving, SMT solving, program synthesis, and static analysis.
• Ability to translate technical research into practical engineering solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Required skills

• Python
• C/C++
• Rust
• Theorem provers (PVS, Coq, Lean, SMT solvers)
• Static analysis tools (Frama‑C, Infer, Polyspace)
• Property‑based testing (QuickCheck, Hypothesis)
• Version control, CI/CD pipelines

What we offer

• Competitive salary at the upper end of the range, based on experience.
• Health care plan with 100 % premium coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) plan with 5 % matching.
• Uncapped paid time off plus sick and public holidays.
• Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement.
• Relocation assistance for qualifying employees.