Description
Senior Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) Developer, working with a diverse team of analysts, linguists, cultural experts, and operations officers, focused on creating and recognizing opportunities for leveraging artificial intelligence and neural network technologies in the cyber-realm. Responsible for developing and maintaining a variety of artificial intelligence and machine learning systems in a mission-critical enterprise environment. Software and projects will have high visibility across multiple Department of Defense and Intelligence Community entities.
Clearance Requirements:
. Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility on day one (PR within 6 years)
. CI polygraph or willingness to sit for a CI polygraph examination is required
Required Education, Certifications, Skills, Expertise, Years of Experience:
. A Bachelors or Master's Degree in software engineering/development, artificial intelligence/neural networks, computer science, or 4 years' experience in related field is preferred.
. KEY - Security+ or CISSP certification on day one.
. KEY - Ability to develop ad-hoc computer programs using both interpreted and compiled programming languages, depending on applicability.
. KEY - Demonstrated ability to develop machine learning models using foundation APIs and applicable computer programming languages - python, java, javascript, etc.
. KEY - Demonstrated ability to inject various types of data (with and without prior normalization) into machine learning models for training and evaluation purposes.
. KEY - Demonstrated ability to author programs capable of producing graphics and images using defined formats.
. KEY - Demonstrated ability to develop software to manipulate images and photographs according to requirements.
. KEY - Must be able to interact with, modify, and utilize computer code written by others.
. Must be conversant in deep learning/machine learning constructs.
Skilled in drafting professional software documentation and independently managing tasks with minimal supervision.
Competent in real-time machine learning model troubleshooting and well-versed in the software development lifecycle.
Knowledgeable about secure handling of classified information and strong in client communication.
Experienced with solo development and proficient with diverse programming tools and environments.
Qualifications
Desired Education, Certifications, Skills, Expertise, Years of Experience:
. Ability to build machine learning models using frameworks such as MATLAB is a strong plus.
. Demonstrated knowledge and development ability using the NVIDIA CUDA API.
. Experience developing on Red Hat Linux (or any other Linux platform).
. Knowledge of natural language processing and real-time text language analysis.
. Knowledge of TCP/IP and socket programming constructs for data acquisition.
. Knowledge of ingesting, examining, and manipulating photographs or images.
. Experience developing Generative Adversarial Networks.
. Knowledge of military organization and unit structure is highly desirable.
. Working knowledge of popular, legacy, and new social media, blog sites, and mobile applications.
. Working knowledge of the deep web and dark web.
Additional Information :
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a small team with minimal supervision. Daily responsibilities include design, coding development, training, and ongoing maintenance of a machine learning models with varying capabilities that change frequently. This position is not expected to perform systems administration functions on the cluster environment. This developer is expected to express and defend opinions and practices in technical discussions. Participation in artificial intelligence industry conferences, trade shows, and seminars is highly encouraged. During the interview process, candidates must be able to provide samples of past work, including documentation, dataflow diagrams, data dictionaries, and process flow charts. Samples may be in any format, and may include images, web sites, source code, and any other applicable medium.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2408549
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