59 ai research scientist jobs at 34 companies in Edgewater, MD

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AI Research Scientist
Bethesda or Cambridge
OnsiteFull Time
Netrias
Netrias: Private U.S. AI software that harmonizes life-sciences data for biopharma and research customers.
Experience developing AI models, identifying and fixing model failures, and applying curiosity to advance machine learning state of the art.
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AI and ML Research Scientist
Adelphi, Maryland, United States
$69k-$158k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Global firm providing management, technology, and engineering consulting services.
Doctorate in Electrical Engineering; end-to-end computer vision R&D, algorithm and pipeline deployment experience, agentic AI research skills, deep learning knowledge, and ability to obtain Secret clearance.
Python, Embedded C, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari, Opera Browser, Blackberry Browser, IoT, AI, machine learning, computer vision, containerization, cloud computing, hierarchical classification, 2D-3D representation, deep learning, Agentic AI, multi-view geometry, synthetic data generation, domain adaptation, multi-modal models
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AI and ML Research Scientist
Adelphi, Maryland, United States
$69k-$158k/yr HybridFull Time, Part Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Global firm providing management, technology, and engineering consulting services.
Doctorate in Electrical Engineering; computer vision R&D, cross-functional algorithm development, deployment pipelines, agentic AI research, and knowledge of deep learning, 2D/3D representation, multi-view geometry, and synthetic data.
Python, Embedded C, Internet of Things (IoT), containerization, cloud computing platforms
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Assistant Research Scientist (PREP0004943)
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
$94-$117/hr OnsitePart Time
Whiting School of Engineering
Whiting School of Engineering: 's nonprofit engineering school educates undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students and conducts engineering research.
Experience leading AI research for cybersecurity, knowledge of NIST AI RMF, experience transitioning research to industry; U.S. citizenship preferred.
NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)
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AI/ML Research Scientist - Agentic Systems
Herndon or Annapolis Junction or Bowie
$112k-$179k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton Labs
Peraton Labs: Private applied research organization developing cybersecurity, communications, electronic-warfare, mobility, and analytics technologies for government and commercial customers.
3+ YOEUS citizen eligible for FAA Public Trust; degree (Bachelors+ with 8+ yrs, Masters+ with 6+ yrs, or PhD+ with 3+ yrs); strong Python software skills, additional languages (C, C++, JavaScript), LLM/API experience, AI/ML background, and local to specified MD/VA sites.
Python, C, C++, JavaScript, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Anthropic Model Context Protocol (MCP), Kubernetes, Terraform, LLMs
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AI/ML Research Scientist - Agentic Systems
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$112k-$179k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton Labs
Peraton Labs: Private applied research organization developing cybersecurity, communications, electronic-warfare, mobility, and analytics technologies for government and commercial customers.
3+ YOEDegree (BSc+8 yrs / MSc+6 yrs / PhD+3 yrs), strong Python and software development skills, experience with C/C++/JavaScript, demonstrated AI/ML work, LLM API experience, US citizenship and ability to obtain FAA Public Trust, local to specified MD/VA sites.
Python, C, C++, JavaScript, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Anthropic Model Context Protocol (MCP), Kubernetes, Terraform
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Staff Gen AI Research Scientist 
Costa Mesa or Seattle or Washington
$220k-$292k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries: Defense technology developing AI-powered autonomous military systems.
2+ YOERequires a technical degree, 2+ years focused on generative models and transformers, production Python and deep learning expertise, LLM experience, and eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret clearance.
Lattice OS, Python, PyTorch, JAX, Axolotl, Hugging Face, DeepSpeed, Megatron-LM, LangChain, LlamaIndex, NVIDIA Jetson
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AI Engineer/Scientist - Staff
Austin or Menlo Park or Reston
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Seekr Technologies
Seekr Technologies: Private American enterprise AI providing explainable, secure AI software and hardware to government and critical-infrastructure customers.
8+ YOERequires 8+ years in AI engineering or research, strong machine learning and AI systems experience, Python and software engineering skills, research-to-production ability, and collaboration skills.
Python, LIME, SHAP, vLLM, SGLang, Kubernetes, Argo CD, GitOps, CI/CD, RAG, LLMs, VLMs
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Senior Research Scientist, Superconducting Digital Electronics, Quantum AI
Goleta or Cambridge or Mountain View or Seattle or San Francisco or Washington
$174k-$252k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Google
GoogleNASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL: Global technology specializing in internet-related services and products.
Master's in EE/Physics or equivalent, experience with superconducting logic and tape-out, published research, B.S. preferred PhD, experience in full digital design flow and low-temperature measurements preferred.
RTL, computer-aided design tools
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Senior Applied Research Scientist
Bethesda or Chevy Chase or Palo Alto or New York City
$115k-$230k/yr HybridFull Time
GEICO
GEICO: A leading provider of auto and property insurance.
3+ YOEMaster’s or PhD in a quantitative field or equivalent experience; 3+ years developing production AI/ML models; Python, SQL, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, experimentation, causal analysis, and technical leadership.
Python, SQL, PyTorch, Scikit-learn
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Senior Research Scientist (PREP0004541)
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
$62k-$84k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Whiting School of Engineering
Whiting School of Engineering: 's nonprofit engineering school educates undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students and conducts engineering research.
5+ YOEPh.D. in a related field, 5+ years ML experience in biochemistry/drug design, expertise in generative and predictive AI, NLP and GNNs, proficiency with PyTorch, TensorFlow, PyTorch Geometric, RDKit, pysmiles, strong communication and manuscript writing skills.
PyTorch, TensorFlow, PyTorch Geometric, RDKit, pysmiles
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AI Evaluation Scientist
McLean, Virginia, United States
$105k-$145k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Steampunk
Steampunk: Federal contractor providing human-centered IT and mission solutions.
3+ YOEDesign and execute AI evaluation frameworks, build automated tests and benchmarks, perform error analysis of LLMs/RAG systems, and map outcomes to responsible AI principles; Bachelor's+5 or Master's+3 years.
Python, PyTorch, Hugging Face, scikit-learn, LangChain, Ragas, DeepEval, OpenTelemetry
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Research Scientist - TS/SCI (FSP)
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
$144k-$268k/yr OnsiteFull Time
IBM Research
IBM Research: IBM Research is IBM’s corporate research division developing AI, quantum computing, and hybrid-cloud technologies.
8+ YOETS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph, bachelor’s degree in a technical field, 8+ years research experience, 2+ years applied research in specified areas, Python and AI/foundation model experience, willing to work 5 days/week in SCIF in College Park, MD.
Github Copilot, Amazon Code Whisperer, Python
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Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist - Secure AI Lab
Pittsburgh or Arlington
OnsiteFull Time
Software Engineering Institute
Software Engineering Institute: Nonprofit federally funded research center advancing software, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence for U.S. national security.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree plus 10 years, master's plus 8 years, or PhD plus 5 years in a related field; machine learning research experience, project leadership, communication skills, and ability to obtain Department of War clearance.
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Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist - Secure AI Lab
Pittsburgh or Arlington
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Software Engineering Institute
Software Engineering Institute: Nonprofit federally funded research center advancing software, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence for U.S. national security.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree plus 10 years, master's plus 8 years, or PhD plus 5 years in a related field; machine learning research experience, project leadership, communication, proposal writing, collaboration, and ability to obtain Department of War clearance.
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Research Scientist / Computer Systems Researcher - Mid to Expert Level (MD)
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
$105k-$197k/yr OnsiteFull Time
National Security Agency
National Security Agency: U.S. government intelligence agency providing foreign signals intelligence, cybersecurity, and cryptologic support to military and national-security customers.
3+ YOEComputer science or computer engineering degree required, with relevant research experience ranging from 0 to 9+ years by work level. Requires Top Secret clearance and expertise in at least two listed technical areas.
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Excel, Python, C++, Rust, Linux, Windows, Cloud, Bluetooth, SAT solvers, theorem provers
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Senior AI/ML Applied Scientist - Remote
Eden Prairie or Minneapolis or Washington or United States
RemoteFull Time
UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealth GroupNYSE: UNH: Diversified health care helping people live healthier lives.
3+ YOEPhD in a related field, 3+ years AI/ML experience (LLM/NLP), 3+ years with Python and deep learning (PyTorch or TensorFlow), publication record in top ML/NLP venues, strong communication and statistical skills.
Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Spark, Snowflake, GitHub
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COMPUTER SCIENTIST (AI INNOVATION LEAD)
Fort Meade or Arlington or Quantico or Stafford
$167k-$197k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency: The executive department responsible for coordinating United States military forces.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree in computer science or specified mathematics, statistics, and computer science coursework, plus at least one year of specialized AI/ML architecture, Agile software engineering, governance, acquisition, and stakeholder liaison experience.
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Agile, Minimum Viable Products (MVPs), NIST AI RMF, Software Acquisition Pathways, DoDI 5000.87, DoW CDAO, CIO
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Senior Scientist, Personnel Health Research & Data Analytics
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
$100k-$110k/yr HybridFull Time
Fors Marsh
Fors Marsh: B research, strategy, and communications consultancy helping public and private organizations influence behavior and improve programs.
4+ YOEMaster’s degree; 4+ years post-graduate applied research; leadership and client-facing experience; proficiency with AI tools; experience with R, Python, Databricks, SQL; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain gov’t clearance.
R, Python, Databricks, SQL, GitLab
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Senior Data Scientist / AI Machine Learning Research Engineer
Sterling, Virginia, United States
$113k-$238k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CACI
CACINYSE: CACI: Provider of specialized IT and mission-critical government services.
7+ YOEMaster's in quantitative field +7 years experience, US citizen with active Top Secret/SCI clearance (polygraph), strong ML, statistics, Python/SQL, cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Spark/Airflow, TensorFlow/PyTorch/scikit-learn, and Linux experience.
AWS, Azure, GCP, Python, SQL, Spark, Airflow, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, Linux