Embedded AI/Applications Engineer

(Full-time, onsite in El Segundo, CA — U.S. citizenship required)

About Cambium

Cambium is an advanced materials startup building next generation polymer and composite systems for aerospace, defense, and critical industries. We combine physics-based modeling, experimentation, and cutting-edge AI—including multimodal foundation models—to accelerate materials discovery and deployment.

Role Summary

We’re looking for an engineer who thrives in the field, working directly with scientists, operators, and business teams to solve high value workflows with AI. You will be the bridge between cutting-edge AI and the people who rely on it daily, turning foundational models into operational superpowers.

You will prototype quickly, integrate models into real processes, and close the loop between end-users and model development. Your work will drive Cambium’s transition from manual, file-based workflows to AI-augmented operations and interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

· Embed with R&D, manufacturing, and operational teams to build, integrate, and deploy AI/ML solutions and software into workflows

· Iterate quickly—prototype to deploy to production in tight cycles with users.

· Integrate model outputs into systems used daily on the floor.

· Partner with AI/ML, Data, IT, and science teams to ensure smooth deployment paths.

Qualifications

· 7+ years of experience in software engineering, front-end development and user-centric design

· Experience working directly with domain experts and nontechnical users.

· Experience with AI models and use cases, both built and bought

· Ability to deliver end-to-end: UI, pipelines, model integration, deployment.

· Fleet-footed and flexible, with a customer-oriented mindset

BENEFITS

Cambium offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits plan. This includes excellent medical/dental/vision benefits, and a matching 401(k) plan, professional development reimbursement, and an opportunity for equity for most full time positions.

As a condition of employment, the candidate may need to successfully complete a medical evaluation and obtain clearance to wear respiratory personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134