Cleared Machine Learning Software Engineer

Bestgate Engineering, LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay – Less frill for more

Flexible PTO + 11 holidays

7% 401k Employer Gift

100% Paid Carefirst medical premiums

Training/Career Pathing – budget for培训

Morale Building Events

Job summary

Bestgate Engineering, LLC is seeking a Cleared Machine Learning Software Engineer to join a team building next-generation compliance automation and analytics solutions for government programs. You will design, develop, enhance, and prototype analytics tools, leveraging ML and AI to modernize compliance functions across critical workflows.

You will research, integrate, test, and deploy proof-of-concept solutions, develop ML models, automate data processing pipelines, and implement metrics to

Qualifications

• 14+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience with Python, Java, and Scala in Linux environments.
• Experience with ML model development, monitoring, Random Forest, feature engineering, Scikit-learn.
• Experience with EDA, SQL, JSON, Lucene, JEXL, Ghostmachine (Map/Reduce), and Jupyter Notebooks.
• Experience using Git/GitLab or Bitbucket/Stash, IntelliJ or Eclipse, Jira, Confluence, and GM Learn.
• Familiarity with Agency compliance standards and producing technical documentation.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; in lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and prototype advanced analytics tools leveraging Machine Learning and AI.
• Research, integrate, test, and deploy proof-of-concept solutions.
• Develop machine learning models and automate data processing workflows.
• Implement metrics and monitoring to ensure reliable performance across applications and data flows.
• Collaborate with government customers and engineers to meet mission needs.
• Prepare technical documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

ML model development

ML monitoring

Random Forest

Feature engineering

Scikit-learn

EDA

SQL

JSON

Lucene

JEXL

Map/Reduce

Jupyter Notebooks

Git

GitLab

Bitbucket

Stash

IntelliJ

Eclipse

Jira

Confluence

GM Learn

Agency compliance standards

TS/SCI w/Poly clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git/GitLab

Bitbucket/Stash

IntelliJ

Eclipse

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Cleared Machine Learning Software Engineer

Join a team developing next-generation compliance automation and business processing analytics solutions supporting mission-critical government operations. In this role, you will design, develop, enhance, and prototype advanced analytics tools while leveraging Machine Learning and AI to modernize compliance functions. You will research, integrate, test, and deploy proof-of-concept solutions, develop machine learning models, automate data processing workflows, and implement metrics and monitoring to ensure reliable performance across applications and data flows.

Required:

• 14+ years of software engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity


• Experience developing applications with Python, Java, and Scala in Linux environments.


• Experience with machine learning model development, monitoring, Random Forest, feature engineering, and Scikit-learn.


• Experience with exploratory data analysis (EDA), SQL, JSON, Lucene, JEXL, Ghostmachine (Map/Reduce), and Jupyter Notebooks.


• Experience using Git/GitLab or Bitbucket/Stash, IntelliJ or Eclipse, Jira, Confluence, and GM Learn.


• Familiarity with Agency compliance standards, corporate systems, and producing technical documentation.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field is preferred. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in engineering will be considered.


• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly

Desired:

• Experience with AWS, Apache Spark, and production machine learning implementations.


• Background in Data Science, Agentic AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), or advanced machine learning techniques.

*Salary Range: $ 180,000 - $230,000

*The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.

Bestgate Engineering is a leading software and systems engineering firm supporting military and government customers. At Bestgate, you'll work alongside some of the industry's most experienced software and systems engineers, tackling mission-critical challenges across cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded systems, data science, DevSecOps, and more. We believe exceptional people deserve exceptional support, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package focused on your well-being, career development, and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive Pay – Less frill for more in your base pay.


• Flexible PTO to fit your work/life needs + 11 holidays.


• 7% 401k Employer Gift – Vested immediately.


• 100% Paid Carefirst medical premiums for both individuals and families.


• Training/Career Pathing – Annual budget for training, mentoring, and an Internal Mobility Program.


• Morale Building Events – Time given to enjoy connecting with other Bestgate Employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Bestgate Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.