Mid Research Scientist – Artificial Intelligence Engineer

ARA Brand; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ara is seeking a Mid Research Scientist – Artificial Intelligence Engineer in Raleigh, NC. The role involves developing AI, machine learning, and computer vision software for U.S. defense and intelligence communities. Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's in a related field, with significant experience, and must be U.S. citizens eligible for security clearance. Proficiency in frameworks like TensorFlow and AWS is crucial. The position offers a challenging technical career with personal growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience for BS degree or 3-5 years for MS degree.
• Experience developing software for edge devices.
• Experience working with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, test, and deploy AI, machine learning, and computer vision software.
• Process data from different sources including satellites and smart devices.
• Communicate technical results effectively to others.

Skills

US citizenship required

Experience with AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)

Strong foundation in linear algebra and probability theory

Experience working with AWS cloud computing

Proficiency in machine learning, computer vision, robotics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Mid Research Scientist – Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Job Category: Scientific/Analytical

Requisition Number: MIDRE009756

• Posted: April 24, 2026
• Full-Time

Location

Raleigh, NC Metropolitan Area

Job Overview

The Analytical and Spatial Intelligence Research Team (ASIRT) at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking scientists and researchers interested in developing artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and computer vision software to solve challenging problems for the U.S. defense and intelligence communities.

Position Highlights

• Research, develop, test and deploy artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision software.
• Process and integrate data from different sources, including satellites, unmanned aerial vehicles, ground vehicles, human-wearables, and smart devices.
• Enjoy a challenging technical career with opportunities for personal growth.
• Team player who can communicate technical results effectively to others.
• Position located in the Raleigh, NC metropolitan area.

Required Experience & Skills

• US citizenship required (green card holders are not eligible for this position).
• Eligibility to apply for and hold a U.S. security clearance (selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment).
• BS Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar technical field with 5-7 years of experience OR MS degree with 3-5 years of experience.
• Strong foundation and experience using AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and software libraries (jax, scikit-learn, hugging-face, ollama, langchain, langgraph, or similar).
• Solid mathematical background in linear algebra and probability theory.
• Experience working with AWS cloud computing.
• Experience with collaborative software development and version control (Git).
• Proficiency in one of the following areas: mathematics, physics, robotics, sensor fusion, machine learning, computer vision, or signal processing.

Desirable Experience & Skills

• Experience working with AWS, S3, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience developing software for execution on edge devices (GPUs, mobile phones, deployed CPU).
• Experience working with and flying Class I unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
• Experience writing technical proposals.
• Experience working on intelligence and DoD programs.

Education

Required: Bachelor’s or better in Computer Science or a related field.

Preferred: Master’s or better in Computer Science or a related field.

Legal

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