Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer 1

Joint Activities

$176K — $282K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in applied machine learning related to similar programs or contracts.
  • Bachelor's degree in Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, or related STEM field; or 4 additional years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with Poly is required.
  • Experience with training, retraining, deploying, and improving machine learning models based on user feedback.
  • Ability to effectively select data sets and perform statistical analysis.
  • Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and their application using various libraries.
  • Experience in system integration oversight is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy AI/ML algorithms to tackle complex business challenges.
  • Create models that learn from data and produce accurate predictions tailored to customer needs.
  • Interpret and present performance metrics while ensuring robust model architecture and data pipeline integration.
  • Support application development, data engineering, and governance for efficient AI/ML solutions.
  • Lead geographically distributed teams and act as a primary contact for AI initiatives.
  • Leverage strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills in project execution and troubleshooting.

Benefits

  • Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents.
  • 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous cap.
  • Participation in an attractive bonus plan.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Designs, develops, tests, and deploys AI/ML algorithms to address complex business challenges and mission requirements. Develops models capable of learning from data, generating accurate predictions, and aligning with customer-defined business logic and operational objectives.

 

Demonstrates expertise in model architecture, data pipeline integration, and the application, interpretation, and presentation of performance metrics. Maintains a strong understanding of application development, infrastructure management, data engineering, and data governance principles to support scalable and efficient AI/ML solutions.

 

May lead geographically distributed teams and frequently serve as a primary point of contact for AI-related initiatives. Requires strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

The Level 1 Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/MI) Engineer shall possess the following capabilities:

  • Select appropriate data sets.
  • Perform statistical analysis.
  • Run machine learning algorithms.
  • Use results to improve models.
  • Train and retrain systems when needed.
  • Experience in working with various ML libraries and packages.
  • Run standard test and evaluation protocols. Provide system integration oversight.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in applied machine learning on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Advanced mathematics (e.g., calculus, linear algebra, Bayesian statistics), Computer Science or related STEM discipline from an accredited college or university. (In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 4 additional years of machine learning experience on similar projects may be substituted).
  • An active TS/SCI with Poly is required.
  • Experience training, retraining, deploying, scheduling, monitoring, and improving models based on iterative user and system feedback is required to support designing and creating scalable solutions for optimal performance.

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages, e.g. Python, Java, C, R, is desired.

 

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

 

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Target Salary Range$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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