Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is actively seeking a highly qualified Algorithm Developer for the development of advanced algorithms for the Intelligence and Defense communities. Application areas include software tool development, physics-based modeling, geolocation, image analysis, computer vision, machine learning, and point cloud analysis. The scientist / engineer will join a multi-disciplined collaborative team of engineers and scientists.

If you want to accelerate your career growth and are passionate about applying your expertise to solve problems of national importance, then we have the job you are looking for! You will be able to achieve your personal and professional goals in a stable environment that emphasizes and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit.

Algorithm Developer Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have an active interest in applying math/statistics/physics/engineering concepts to solve multi-disciplinary problems. Candidate will have strong analytical skills and will be capable of translating ideas and proposed solutions into software tools and algorithms. The candidate should be familiar with improving/optimizing/tuning existing algorithms as well as development of new algorithms from scratch. This will include software design, software development, and debugging / issue resolution. The candidate should demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem solving and must be willing to actively participate in evaluation of algorithm and system performance. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and debugging skills are required.

Scientists / engineers who are passionate about applying their expertise to solve problems of national importance, who have a strong entrepreneurial spirit, and who are seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth in a stable environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Algorithm Developer Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship (Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information).
• BS in Mathematics / Physics / Engineering / Computer Science or related field with 2-4 years of experience OR MS with 0-2 years of experience.
• Experience in one or more of the following: Optimization, physics modeling, image analysis, uncertainty quantification, feature extraction with geospatial data, point clouds, signal processing, and/or machine learning.
• Strong foundation in software development and experience with Python, C , and/or Java.
• Demonstrated experience going from problem statement to prototype to production-ready algorithms and usable tools.
• Team player with excellent presentation and written / oral communication skills.

Algorithm Developer Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• PhD or MS in Mathematics / Physics / Engineering / Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with differentiable programming.
• Experience in cloud-based, parallel, or distributed computing.
• Experience in Continuous Integration / Continuous Development.
• Ability and desire to quickly learn new domains.
• Experience working on intelligence and DoD programs.
• Prior / existing security clearance.

Who is ARA?

Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,042 employee-owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice in what happens in the company. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN), whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.

To find out more about what the Software Enterprise Division has to offer, visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/benefits/