AI/Machine Learning Specialist

Core4ce; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical coverage

Training & certs

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Core4ce seeks an experienced AI/ML Specialist to develop AI-enabled tools for complex intelligence and geospatial problems. You will prototype solutions, work with large-scale data, and translate research into operational capabilities.

The ideal candidate has strong Python and AI/ML frameworks skills, cloud experience, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Springfield, VA-based role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent with extensive AI/ML experience.
• Active TS-SCI with ability to obtain a CI Poly.
• Hands-on experience developing, prototyping, and applying AI/ML solutions.
• Experience testing and evaluating AI and emerging technologies for performance and applicability.
• Experience with large-scale, complex datasets and Python-based data science tools.
• Experience applying AI/ML to GEOINT, GIS, and geospatial imagery.
• Experience with Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, and multimodal AI.
• Experience in cloud-based AI/ML environments and transitioning research into operations.
• Collaborative experience with DoW and Intelligence Community organizations.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; publications/pats a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prototype AI/ML-enabled tools and workflows for analytical problems.
• Apply AI/ML to GEOINT, GIS, geospatial, and imagery tasks.
• Research, experiment with, and evaluate emerging AI technologies.
• Design testing approaches to assess performance, scalability, and applicability.
• Work with diverse datasets including commercial, social media, open-source, and intelligence sources.
• Rapidly prototype solutions and conduct technical experimentation.
• Analyze results and provide recommendations on use cases of AI/ML solutions.
• Support transition of research and prototypes into operational environments.
• Collaborate with DoW and IC teams on advanced AI/ML initiatives.
• Prepare technical briefings and demonstrations for technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

AI/ML experience

Python

Cloud platforms

Geospatial data

Education

Master's degree in CS/DS/AI

Bachelor's with 15 years experience

Tools

AI/ML frameworks

Geospatial tools

Job description

Core4ce AI/Machine Learning Specialist 1418-383

Core4ce is seeking a highly experienced AI/Machine Learning Specialist to develop innovative AI-enabled tools, algorithms, and solutions for complex intelligence and geospatial problems. We are looking for a hands‑on builder with experience developing AI/ML solutions, working with large-scale data and data science problem sets, and testing and evaluating AI technologies to determine their strengths, weaknesses, and operational value.

Candidates with backgrounds in commercial data, social media, big data, or other large-scale data environments are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will also have experience collaborating with DoW and IC organizations, transitioning innovative solutions into operational environments, and communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prototype AI/ML-enabled tools, applications, algorithms, and workflows that improve the effectiveness and usability of AI for complex analytical problems.
• Apply AI/ML techniques to large-scale and complex data problems, including GEOINT, GIS, geospatial, imagery, and other intelligence-related applications.
• Research, experiment with, and evaluate emerging AI technologies, models, tools, and solutions.
• Design and execute testing and evaluation approaches to assess the performance, accuracy, scalability, limitations, and operational applicability of AI/ML solutions.
• Work with large and diverse datasets, including commercial, social media, open-source, intelligence, geospatial, or other high-volume data sources.
• Rapidly prototype solutions and conduct technical experimentation to demonstrate feasibility and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze test results and provide technical recommendations regarding the strengths, weaknesses, and appropriate use cases of AI/ML solutions.
• Support the transition of successful research, prototypes, and AI/ML capabilities into operational environments.
• Collaborate with technical teams, researchers, and DoW and IC organizations on advanced AI/ML research and development efforts.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, demonstrations, and written products for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, including Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents, computer vision, deep learning, and multimodal AI.

*This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or a related technical discipline with 13 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 15 years of relevant experience.
• Active TS-SCI with ability to obtain a CI Poly.
• Hands‑on experience developing, prototyping, and applying AI/ML solutions, algorithms, models, and frameworks to complex technical or analytical problems.
• Experience testing and evaluating AI-based and emerging technologies to assess performance, strengths, weaknesses, limitations, and operational applicability.
• Strong background working with large-scale, complex, or heterogeneous datasets and data science problem sets; experience with Python and AI/ML or data science frameworks.
• Experience applying AI/ML to GEOINT, GIS, geospatial, imagery, or remote sensing problems, including geospatial data, spatial analytics, or geospatial algorithms.
• Experience with Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, computer vision, multimodal AI, or other emerging AI technologies.
• Experience working in cloud‑based data and AI/ML environments and transitioning research, prototypes, or experimental capabilities into operational environments.
• Experience collaborating with DoW and Intelligence Community (IC) organizations on advanced technology, research, or AI/ML initiatives.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, research, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences. Publications, patents, or other demonstrated AI/ML expertise are a plus.

Why Work for Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self‑starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We offer:

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre‑set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job‑related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

*Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements.

Springfield, Virginia, United States

Full-Time/Regular

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.