Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer 2 TS/SCI w Poly

Peraton; West Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized benefits

25 days PTO

Bonus plan

Professional development

Job summary

Peraton is seeking experienced professionals to design, develop, test, and operationalize advanced machine learning models for national security programs. The role emphasizes building scalable systems with end-to-end responsibility, including training, deployment, monitoring, and ongoing improvement.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of applied ML experience, advanced degrees in mathematics/AI/data science/computer science/deep learning, and an active TS/SCI with Poly clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in applied machine learning on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly is required.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of ML experience may substitute for a Master’s degree.
• Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages (Python, Java, C, R) is desired.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, tests, and operationalizes ML algorithms to solve complex business challenges and mission requirements.
• Train, retrain, deploy, schedule, monitor, and improve models based on feedback to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.
• Lead geographically distributed teams and serve as the primary contact for related technical matters.

Skills

Python

Java

C

R

Education

Master’s degree in Advanced Mathematics

Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence

Master’s degree in Data Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

PhD in Deep Learning

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years ML experience

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Experience & Education Requirements LU

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applied machine learning on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in one of the following from an accredited college or university:
  • Advanced Mathematics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Science
  • Computer Science
  • Deep Learning
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree plus 5 additional years of machine learning experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree.
• An active TS/SCI with Poly is required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages, e.g. Python, Java, C, R, is desired.

Benefits: Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Investing in Your Growth: Selected candidates may be eligible for enhanced professional development opportunities, including training, certification programs, and skill-building experiences tailored to individual strengths, career goals, and role-specific requirements.

Designs, develops, tests, and operationalizes algorithms to solve complex business challenges and mission requirements. Models are built to learn from data and generate predictions aligned with customer-defined business logic and operational needs.

Demonstrates proficiency across model architecture, data pipeline integration, and the application, interpretation, and presentation of performance metrics. Maintains a strong understanding of foundational concepts in application development, infrastructure management, data engineering, and data governance.

Responsible for training, retraining, deploying, scheduling, monitoring, and continuously improving models based on iterative user and system feedback to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. May lead geographically distributed teams and frequently serve as the primary point of contact for related technical matters, requiring strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and exceptional communication skills.

Technical & Engineering Expertise

• Experience working with various ML libraries, packages, and frameworks
• Experience with standard machine learning frameworks such as: PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Design or select appropriate data and knowledge representation methods
• Recognize and apply software architecture, data modeling, and data structure principles
• Transform data science prototypes into scalable production solutions
• Provide system integration oversight

Core AI/ML Capabilities

• Select appropriate datasets for machine learning applications
• Perform statistical analysis and data interpretation
• Run and evaluate machine learning algorithms
• Use analytical results to improve and optimize models
• Train and retrain systems as required
• Research and implement a broad range of AI/ML algorithms and tools

  Testing, Evaluation & Validation

  • Run standard testing and evaluation protocols
  • Oversee testing and evaluation of AI/ML algorithms through iterative design processes
  • Ensure solutions meet verification and validation requirements

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