Peraton
Posted 6d ago

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer 2 TS/SCI w Poly

Peraton
Laurel, Maryland, United States
$135k-$216k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • developing algorithms
  • training models
  • monitoring models
Requirements
  • Requires 5+ years of applied machine learning experience
  • A relevant master's or Ph.D. degree
  • U.S. citizenship, and ability to obtain or maintain TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
Technical tools mentioned
PyTorchTensorFlowPythonJavaCR

Job description

Designs, develops, tests, and operationalizes algorithms to solve complex business challenges and mission requirements. Models are built to learn from data and generate predictions aligned with customer-defined business logic and operational needs.
 

Demonstrates proficiency across model architecture, data pipeline integration, and the application, interpretation, and presentation of performance metrics. Maintains a strong understanding of foundational concepts in application development, infrastructure management, data engineering, and data governance.

 

Responsible for training, retraining, deploying, scheduling, monitoring, and continuously improving models based on iterative user and system feedback to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. May lead geographically distributed teams and frequently serve as the primary point of contact for related technical matters, requiring strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and exceptional communication skills.

 

Technical & Engineering Expertise

  • Experience working with various ML libraries, packages, and frameworks
  • Experience with standard machine learning frameworks such as: PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Design or select appropriate data and knowledge representation methods
  • Recognize and apply software architecture, data modeling, and data structure principles
  • Transform data science prototypes into scalable production solutions
  • Provide system integration oversight

Core AI/ML Capabilities

  • Select appropriate datasets for machine learning applications
  • Perform statistical analysis and data interpretation
  • Run and evaluate machine learning algorithms
  • Use analytical results to improve and optimize models
  • Train and retrain systems as required
  • Research and implement a broad range of AI/ML algorithms and tools
  • Verify data integrity and model output quality
  • Identify data distribution differences that may impact model performance

Testing, Evaluation & Validation

  • Run standard testing and evaluation protocols
  • Oversee testing and evaluation of AI/ML algorithms through iterative design processes
  • Ensure solutions meet verification and validation requirements

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Experience & Education Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in applied machine learning on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Master’s or Ph.D. degree in one of the following from an accredited college or university:
    • Advanced Mathematics
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Data Science
    • Computer Science
    • Deep Learning
  • A relevant Bachelor’s degree plus 5 additional years of machine learning experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree.
  • US Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain/maintain an active TS/SCI with Poly before start date is required.

 

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages, e.g. Python, Java, C, R, is desired.

 

Benefits: Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

 

Investing in Your Growth: Selected candidates may be eligible for enhanced professional development opportunities, including training, certification programs, and skill-building experiences tailored to individual strengths, career goals, and role-specific requirements.

 

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.


$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.


EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

About Peraton

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