Machine Learning Software Developer - (215)

Job Title: Machine Learning Software Developer

Location: ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21005 US

Category: General Laborer, Information Technology

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description: STC is a science and engineering research and services support company with proven expertise and experience spanning research, development, test, and evaluation in areas including aerospace engineering, earth and atmospheric sciences, chemical and biological defense, military systems and technology, and software development.

• Employment Category: Full Time / Exempt
• Travel: Minimal
• Security Clearance: DoD Secret Eligible, Active clearance preferred.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Responsibilities: Develop and apply state-of-the-art machine learning (ML) tools and algorithms to optimize DoD chemical and biological detection and identification systems. Work as part of a government scientific research and development team developing and updating military sensors and detectors.

• Develop software applications in Python and apply machine learning techniques to improve the detection and identification of chemical and biological materials.
• Develop, test, train, and maintain applications for developmental sensors and instrumentation.
• Develop and use tools to import, process, and store instrument and sensor datafiles for use in ML applications.
• Remain current on related subjects in the literature and news.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, journal articles, and presentations.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, chemistry, biology, or a related discipline
• U.S. Citizen eligible for a security clearance
• 3 years Python coding experience
• 3 years ML project experience including deep learning, NLP, and/or computer vision
• Proficiency with both pytorch and TensorFlow
• Proficiency with MySQL databases
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills quickly, multitask, and complete work within schedule.

Bonus points if you have:

• Active DoD Security clearance
• A chemistry or biology degree or minor
• Experience with bioinformatics and genetic algorithm development

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.