R&D Engineer: AI/ML & Space Visualization Prototyping

Altamira Technologies Corp.; Fairborn (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Altamira Technologies Corp. is seeking a Research and Development Engineer to advance software capabilities for space-related data visualization and exploitation. You will prototype algorithms, develop AI/ML models, and support agile R&D within a security-minded team.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in R&D, algorithm development, or applied AI/ML, with strong communication skills and the ability to mentor junior engineers on disciplined software practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Proficiency in Python, Rust, Go, and/or C/C++, with knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Familiarity with machine learning fundamentals: model training, validation, evaluation.
• Ability to investigate problems, evaluate approaches, and develop prototypes.
• Ability to scope and estimate work, document findings, and communicate progress in an Agile Scrum team.
• Strong written and verbal communication, ability to mentor junior engineers.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in R&D, data science, or software engineering.
• Able to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Research and Prototyping: Research concepts, evaluate algorithms, and develop software prototypes to explore technical approaches and demonstrate potential capabilities.
• AI/ML Development: Train, evaluate, and tune AI/ML models to improve data exploitation, object characterization, and visualization capabilities.
• Workflow Development: Identify operational workflows, define technical requirements, and break down research objectives into achievable tasks and deliverables.
• Technical Documentation and Communication: Document approaches, experiments, results, and recommendations while providing regular progress updates and communicating risks or blockers.
• Agile Execution: Participate in Scrum ceremonies, estimate and scope work, track progress, and deliver incremental results aligned with sprint objectives.
• Collaboration and Mentorship: Collaborate across technical disciplines, contribute to code reviews, share knowledge, and mentor junior engineers in software development and research practices.

Skills

Python

Rust

Go

C/C++

Education

Bachelors in CS/Engineering

Job description

Altamira Technologies Corp. is seeking a Research and Development Engineer to advance software capabilities for space-related data visualization and exploitation. You will prototype algorithms, develop AI/ML models, and support agile R&D within a security-minded team.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in R&D, algorithm development, or applied AI/ML, with strong communication skills and the ability to mentor junior engineers on disciplined software practices.