AI/ML Data Scientist for National Security Impact

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a highly qualified PhD candidate to tackle challenging research, engineering, and analytical problems essential to national security. You will help design and develop scalable software systems that leverage data science, LLMs, and AI across diverse domains.

You will collaborate with expert colleagues on projects spanning AI, ML, data science, software engineering, DevOps, and image processing, applying your skills to national

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Ability to acquire Interim Secret/Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver solutions aligned with national priorities.
• Apply AI/ML, Data Science, Software Engineering, DevOps, Signal & Image Processing, and Mathematics in projects.

Skills

UI frameworks

Programming languages

LLM engineering

Education

PhD in CS/Math/Engineering

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a highly qualified PhD candidate to tackle challenging research, engineering, and analytical problems essential to national security. You will help design and develop scalable software systems that leverage data science, LLMs, and AI across diverse domains.

You will collaborate with expert colleagues on projects spanning AI, ML, data science, software engineering, DevOps, and image processing, applying your skills to national