Senior AI/ML Developer

Senior Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine Learning (ML) Developer, working with a diverse team of analysts, linguists, cultural experts, and operations officers, focused on creating and recognizing opportunities for leveraging artificial intelligence and neural network technologies in the cyber realm.

Responsible for developing and maintaining a variety of artificial intelligence and machine learning systems in a mission-critical enterprise environment.

Software and projects will have very high visibility across multiple Department of Defense and Intelligence Community entities.

Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a small team, without a constant management presence.

Works in a team of various government, prime contractor, and subcontractor personnel. Daily responsibilities include design, coding development, training, and ongoing maintenance of machine learning models with varying capabilities that change frequently.

This position is not expected to perform systems administration functions in the IT environment. This developer is expected to express and defend opinions and practices in technical discussions.

Participation in artificial intelligence industry conferences, trade shows, and seminars is highly encouraged.

Required Education, Certifications, Skills, Expertise, Years of Experience :

This position does not require any specific certifications or years of experience. The technical interview process will determine the best possible candidate.

KEY - Ability to develop ad-hoc computer programs using both interpreted and compiled programming languages, depending on applicability.

KEY - Demonstrated ability to develop machine learning models using foundation APIs and applicable computer programming languages python, java, javascript, etc.

KEY - Demonstrated ability to inject various types of data (with and without prior normalization) into machine learning models for training and evaluation purposes.

KEY - Demonstrated ability to author programs capable of producing graphics and images using defined formats.

KEY - Demonstrated ability to develop software to manipulate images and photographs according to requirements.

KEY Must be able to interact with, modify, and utilize computer code written by others.

• Must be conversant in deep learning / machine learning constructs.
• Ability to produce quality professional documentation for any software developed.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine learning models in real time, without causing additional downtime.
• Ability to describe various types of machine learning models, and to readily identify which is the most effective for a given dataset or desired output.
• Must be able to work independently toward a defined goal with minimal management direction.
• Must be comfortable operating within the software development lifecycle.
• Must be able to take a set of requirements, turn those requirements into specific programming tasks, and complete those tasks in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of rules and procedures for handling government classified and proprietary information, and experience working within a secure facility this position will interact with classified information every day.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, including the ability to defuse situations, and to deal with individuals who might not fully understand the technology.
• Experience in solo development.
• Experience with the utilization of various programming utilities, integrated development environments, and application programming interfaces.

Desired Education, Certifications, Skills, Expertise, Years of Experience :

• The ability to build machine learning models using frameworks such as MATLAB is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge and development ability using the NVIDIA CUDA API.
• Experience developing on Red Hat Linux (or any other Linux platform) is desired.
• Knowledge of natural language processing and real-time text language analysis is a plus.
• Knowledge of TCP / IP and socket programming constructs for data acquisition is desired.
• Knowledge of ingesting, examining, and manipulating photographs or images is a strong plus.
• Experience developing Generative Adversarial Networks is a very strong plus.
• Knowledge of military organization and unit structure is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of popular, legacy, and new social media, blog sites, and mobile applications.
• Working knowledge of the deep web and dark web is desired.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in software engineering / development or artificial intelligence / neural networks is required.

Clearance Requirements :

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility on day one (PR within 6 years)
• CI polygraph or willingness to sit for a CI polygraph examination is required.

Other :

• This is not a remote position.
• Travel outside the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area is less than 5%.
• The facility is located near Metro and VRE.
• The dress code is casual.
• During the interview process, candidates must be able to provide samples of past work, including documentation, data-flow diagrams, data dictionaries, and process flow charts.

Samples may be in any format and may include images, websites, source code, and any other applicable medium.

All interviews will be conducted at the UNCLASSIFIED level.

Benefits :

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

About ZTI Solutions, LLC :

ZTI Solutions, LLC was founded in 1997 in Virginia and is classified as a small business. The company is owned and operated by its founder, Rudy Zadnik, who emphasizes moral and business excellence over increasing company profits.

This results in a more customer-oriented attitude towards mission accomplishment, as opposed to growing profits or sales.

Our approach to consulting and engineering centers around using only highly skilled personnel who are seasoned industry veterans.

All employees hold high-level industry and vendor certifications. We offer a comprehensive set of consulting and staff augmentation services, primarily focused on networking and security consulting in the classified space.