AI/ML Data Scientist — National Security Impact

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); Vor Ort; USD 105.000 - 290.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers, scientists, and developers to translate AI/ML technologies into mission impact. Join a collaborative team that tackles national security challenges and values learning, innovation, and personal development.

Qualified candidates will have a strong foundation in AI/ML, NLP, and software development, with the ability to work from high‑level requirements and communicate complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.

Qualifikationen

• BS/BA in CS, Math, Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience applying AI/ML, NLP, statistical analysis to real-world problems.
• Experience developing reliable Python software with sound software-engineering practices.
• Comfort working from loosely defined or high-level requirements.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple dynamic projects supporting evolving national security needs.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical ideas to audiences with varied technical backgrounds.
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI level security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Aufgaben

• Develop, evaluate, and improve AI/ML approaches for challenging, non-routine problems in national security.
• Design prototype software that gathers, processes, and analyzes data from web sources and knowledge graphs.
• Research, explore, and develop innovative AI techniques.
• Assess strengths/limitations of technical approaches and advise sponsors on improvements.
• Communicate ideas, methods, and results through papers, presentations, and discussions with staff and decision makers.

Kenntnisse

AI/ML

NLP

Statistical analysis

Software engineering practices

Communication skills

Ausbildung

BS/BA in CS/Math/Phys/CE/EE

MS or PhD in CS/Math/Physics/CE/EE

Tools

Python

Git

Jobbeschreibung

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers, scientists, and developers to translate AI/ML technologies into mission impact. Join a collaborative team that tackles national security challenges and values learning, innovation, and personal development.

Qualified candidates will have a strong foundation in AI/ML, NLP, and software development, with the ability to work from high‑level requirements and communicate complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.