Staff AI/ML Engineer (Lead) - Edge & Secure Systems

Northrop Grumman; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 214,000 - 321,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Boulder, CO is seeking a Staff AI/ML Software Engineer – Level 5 to lead a small AI/ML team, shape the execution vision, and drive data-centric solutions for edge deployments.

Responsibilities include developing datasets, defining labeling strategies, and delivering scalable training and validation infrastructure while collaborating with program management, systems engineers, and software teams. A DoD Secret clearance is required to start, with top-secret options possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12+ years of related experience, or Master's with 10 years, or PhD with 8 years.
• Active in-scope DoD Secret clearance required to start; TS/SCI may be possible.
• Recent C++ experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the team's AI/ML strategy and roadmap.
• Lead full lifecycle AI/ML projects from problem definition to deployment.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Chief Architect, and Systems Engineers.
• Present AI/ML findings and roadmaps to senior management and customers.
• Ensure AI/ML solutions meet security and program constraints.

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Boulder, CO is seeking a Staff AI/ML Software Engineer – Level 5 to lead a small AI/ML team, shape the execution vision, and drive data-centric solutions for edge deployments.

Responsibilities include developing datasets, defining labeling strategies, and delivering scalable training and validation infrastructure while collaborating with program management, systems engineers, and software teams. A DoD Secret clearance is required to start, with top-secret options possible.