Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning (AI/ML) Skill Level 3

SALARY REQUIREMENTS 

Candidates are invited to submit their salary expectations along with their application. The compensation for this role will be competitive and is aligned with industry standards, taking into consideration factors such as experience, education, and geographic location. The base salary range for this position is $188,000 to $306,000 (USD), exclusive of any discretionary bonuses and benefits. 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

MissionEdge Technologies seeks a skilled Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer who designs, creates, tests, and productizes AI/ML algorithms to solve business challenges. The AI/ML models they create should be capable of learning and making predictions as defined by the business logic developed to meet customer requirements. The AI/ML Engineer should be proficient in all aspects of model architecture, data pipeline interaction, and metrics application, interpretation, and presentation. The AI/ML Engineer needs familiarity with foundational concepts of application development, infrastructure management, data engineering, and data governance. Through an understanding of training, retraining, deploying, scheduling, monitoring, and improving models through iterative user and system feedback, the AI/ML Engineer designs and creates scalable solutions for optimal performance. The AI/ML Engineer may be responsible for leading geographically diverse teams and will often serve as a primary POC for AI-related matters, so must have exceptional analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages, e.g. Python, Java, C, R, a plus. 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Demonstrated abilities in software engineering and AI/ML model test and evaluation. 

• Select appropriate data sets 

• Perform statistical analysis 

• Run machine learning algorithms 

• Use results to improve models 

• Train and retrain systems when needed 

• Run standard test and evaluation protocols 

• Provide system integration oversight 

• Oversee Test and evaluation of AI and ML algorithms through an iterative design process to meet verification and validation requirements 

• Research and implement a broad range of AI and ML algorithms and tools 

• Design or Select appropriate data and knowledge representation methods 

• Recognize software architecture, data modelling, and data structures 

• Transform and convert data science prototypes into scalable solutions 

• Verify data and model output quality 

• Identify differences in data distribution that affect model performance 

• Develop criteria for test and evaluation to include explainability and resiliency 

• Demonstrated ability to design, evaluate, and productize AI/ML models on a range of commercial cloud-based architectures 

• Design ML algorithms according to customer requirements 

• Research, experiment with, and implement suitable ML algorithms and tools 

• Broaden current AIML frameworks and machine learning libraries 

Minimum Required Qualifications: 

• Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access; U.S. Citizenship is required.   

• Active TS/SCI w/ polygraph 

• 10 years experience deploying machine learning algorithms is required.  

• A Master's or Ph.D. degree in advanced math, artificial intelligence, data science, computer science or deep learning from an accredited college or university is required. 7 additional years machine learning experience with a relevant Bachelor's degree may be substituted for a Master's degree.  

• Experience in working with various ML libraries and packages 

• Deep understanding of AI logic, semantics, ontologies, and knowledge representation 

Desired/Preferred Skills: 

Working Conditions: 

Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are normally set from Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, however some extended or weekend hours may be required. Additional details on the precise hours will be informed to the candidate from the Program Manager/Hiring Manager. 

Physical Requirements: 

May be required to lift and carry items weighting up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday. 

Background Screening/Check/Investigation: 

Successful Completion of a Background Screening/Check/Investigation will be required as a condition of hire. 

Benefits: 

MissionEdge Technologies offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.  Benefits include, not all inclusive – Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities. At MissionEdge Technologies, we believe that investing in our employees’ health is essential for fostering a productive and engaged workforce. We are committed to providing the resources and support necessary for our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.

Other: 

This employer participates in employment verification and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

MissionEdge Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.