Overview

Machine Learning Engineer

Hybrid | Washington D.C. | 3-4 Days a Week Onsite

Active TS/SCI Clearance Required

Summary

Our client is an employee and Service-Disabled, Veteran-owned Small Business focused on providing niche technical services. They are a team of experienced cybersecurity professionals with a track record of success in the Federal, Commercial, and Academic workspaces. Additionally, our client designs, builds, operates, and secures scalable cloud and IT infrastructures to meet their customers’ near-term needs and fulfill their long-term requirements.

Responsibilities

Our client is looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join their team! As a Machine Learning Engineer with cloud experience, you will be responsible for developing and deploying machine learning models to solve complex problems across a cloud infrastructure that houses sensitive data and models that support mission critical operations. You will work closely and collaborate with a dynamic cross-functional team crafting data pipelines for model training to implement machine learning algorithms.

• Develop and deploy machine learning models to solve complex problems related to various mission focus areas
• Leverage various cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google cloud to build, train, and deploy machine learning models at scale
• Collaborate with team members to establish data pipelines for model training and inference
• Implement and optimize machine learning algorithms for efficiency and performance
• Conduct thorough experimentation and analysis to improve model accuracy and performance
• Participate in informal and formal code reviews
• Participate in architectural reviews and offer alternative architectural patterns to optimize application performance 
• Document processes and solutions that serve as communication findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholder

Requirements

• 8 years of experience in computer science, data science, machine learning
• Proven experience developing and deploying machine learning models in a production environment
• Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms 
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, along with libraries like Tensorflow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
• Understanding of version control, testing, and debugging
• Strong communications skills with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to various stakeholders and audiences
• Agile development experience along with related technologies (e.g., Jira)
• Experience within the following is required:
  • GitLab
  • Python and R Studio
  • Cloud Services (AWS, GCP, Oracle)
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Data Science
  • Machine Learning

Preferred Requirements

• Deep knowledge of security best practices, experience with cloud security tools, and working with role and attribute based security models 
• Deep knowledge of DevSecOps and MLOPs
• Familiarity and experience with the Intelligence Community (IC), and the intel cycle
• Familiarity and experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
• A Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred

Education/Certification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience is required

Clearance Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active TS/SCI clearance is required. Please be aware that onboarding can take 4-6 weeks for this position.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. -------------- About UsNorthern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company. Equal Opportunity Employer StatementPrecision Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.