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Senior Machine Learning Developer at Applied Research Associates, Inc

Posted in Software 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: COPLEY, Ohio





Job Description:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking individuals who can integrate with a cross-functional team and help solve data-to-decision challenges for the intelligence and defense communities. We are looking for team member who excels in developing and deploying modern computational technologies, including machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and computer vision (CV).  Our ideal candidate has experience solving detection, classification, recognition, and identification challenges using sensor data, including EO/IR imagery/video, point clouds, and unstructured data.

The ideal candidate will have an interest in applying math/statistics/physics/engineering concepts to solve multi-disciplinary problems. The candidate should be familiar with improving/optimizing/tuning existing algorithms as well as developing new algorithms from scratch. This will include software design, software development, and debugging / issue resolution. The candidate should demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem-solving and an ability to evaluate algorithm and system performance. Other responsibilities include assisting in preparation of oral and written reports, supporting R&D business acquisition and customer briefings, present research results at scientific / engineering conferences, and publish in technical journals.

Scientists/engineers who are passionate about applying their expertise to contribute to the defense of the nation, who have a strong entrepreneurial spirit, and who are seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth in a stable, energetic environment are strongly encouraged to apply. This opportunity is available in both our Raleigh NC, and Cleveland OH locations and remote/work from home options are flexible.

Senior Machine Learning Developer Required Experience & Skills:


  • US Citizenship (Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information)

  • MS / PhD in Mathematics / Physics / Engineering / Computer Science along with 5-7 years' of relevant work experience

  • Strong foundation in software development (i.e., experience with version control, at least 1 higher level language like Python, and at least 1 lower-level language like C++).

  • Proficiency in one of the following areas: computer vision, deep learning, signal processing, planning and optimization, information theory, or natural language processing 

  • Experience prototyping algorithmic pipelines in Matlab and/or Python using libraries such as Numpy, TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenCV, Pandas, scikit-learn

  • Strong initiative, self-starter, quick learner, proactive contributor

  • You must be able to solve complex problems through cross-pollination of ideas in highly collaborative environments. You need the capability to quickly parse through scientific literature and creatively construct novel approaches.

  • You will be working closely with a collaborative team so your team player personality and excellent written/oral communication skills will be essential.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Senior technical staff are required to support (and lead) business development and technical marketing.

Preferred Experience & Skills as a Senior Machine Learning Developer:

Above all, we value passion, a desire to learn, and teamwork. Candidates meeting the technical requirements and who have a strong work ethic, positive can-do attitude, and excel in team environments are strongly encouraged to apply. In addition to the experience and skills above, if you have any of the following you will be able to accelerate your effectiveness and impact.


  • Experience working with EO/IR images/video, point cloud data and/or electromagnetic spectrum signatures

  • Experience writing technical proposals.

  • Experience working on intelligence and DoD programs

About Us:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company known for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. We were founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979 as the disco era was, thankfully, closing out and the personal computer era was beginning. We employ over 1,400 professionals and continue to grow. ARA offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. Around ARA you are equally likely to hear a conversation about Kubernetes clusters as you are a debate on merits of a reverse polish notation (RPN) calculator!

While this is all of the Year One and Beyond stuff, Day One is highly impressive too. These are things like our competitive salary (DOE), Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401(k) with matching program, benefits package which includes medical, dental vision, flex spending, telehealth services, company-paid life & disability insurance including paid maternity disability leave through our company-paid short-term disability benefit, domestic partner coverage, dependent care flex spending, daycare discounts, pet insurance, relocation opportunities, floating holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development as well as flexible schedules with remote/work from home options. ARA also prides ourselves on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets, so we give our employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience.  The company realizes employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels.

ARA is passionate about inclusion and diversity in our workplace. In 2018 40% of our new employees voluntarily self-identified as protected veterans. (Source-AAP EOY 2018 Veterans Data Collection Report). We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments. Additionally, the Southeast Division looks not only for the right skills, but also for a cultural fit. We seek colleagues who will contribute to the unique culture that makes ARA such a great place to work. Some of the social impact aspects we have implemented at our division include monthly get-togethers, team outings to local baseball games in the summer, board game lunches, holiday party, corn hole tournaments, chili cook-offs and so on. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please apply at careers.ara.com.

Experience


Required


  • 5 - 7 years: Relevant Work Experience (i.e. thesis, published research, industry)

Education


Required


  • Master of Science or better in Mathematics or related field

Preferred


  • Doctorate or better in Mathematics or related field

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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