Applied ML & AI Data Researcher

Northeastern University; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University’s Defense Industrial Base Institute (DIBI) seeks a Jr. Data Researcher to apply ML/AI methods in defense-focused research.

You will join a multi‑disciplinary team across academia, industry, and government to prototype and advance Navigator-based systems for autonomous and sensing applications. The role emphasizes rapid prototyping, rigorous validation, and collaboration with senior engineers and leadership to deliver state-of-the-art ML/AI solutions for federally funded

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data science, computer engineering, CS, applied math, or related field.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in data science, software engineering, or applied R&D with ML/AI experience.

Responsibilities

• Support development and scaling of Navigator methodology for defense contracts (SIB).
• Test and validate ML/AI tools across sprints and projects to improve efficiency.
• Provide SME across diverse applications and assist sponsor meetings and scoping budgets.
• Collaborate with leadership to scope proposals and system builds for internal operations.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

SQL

Cloud

GPU/Distributed

MLOps

Graph analytics

Education

Master’s degree in ML/AI or related

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science or related

Tools

PostgreSQL

Neo4j

Memgraph

Docker

Job description

Northeastern University’s Defense Industrial Base Institute (DIBI) seeks a Jr. Data Researcher to apply ML/AI methods in defense-focused research.

You will join a multi‑disciplinary team across academia, industry, and government to prototype and advance Navigator-based systems for autonomous and sensing applications. The role emphasizes rapid prototyping, rigorous validation, and collaboration with senior engineers and leadership to deliver state-of-the-art ML/AI solutions for federally funded