Staff AI/ML Engineer (TS/SCI) {S}

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!Position OverviewThis position is for a Staff AI/ML Engineer looking for new challenging problems. You should have experience working in research teams prototyping and developing AI/ML algorithms. You will support the development of AI/ML algorithms in a multitude of disciplines including object detection/classification, natural language processing, time series prediction/classification, reinforcement learning, and large language models.We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.ResponsibilitiesImplement machine learning algorithms as part of a small interdisciplinary teamAnalyze large multi-domain datasets including images, text, time series, and graph dataReview and apply cutting-edge research publicationsCreate technical documentation and user guidesUnderstand training and deployment pipelines including AWS servicesProvide training and mentoring to team membersRequired QualificationsB.S. in machine learning, computer science, mathematics, or related field8+ years of AI/ML development experienceProficiency with Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch, Lightning, OpenCV, NumPy, PolarsExperience with supervised and unsupervised learningExperience with deep learning architecturesExperience contributing on a team using version control (e.g. git, GitLab, Bitbucket)Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security ClearancePreferred QualificationsM.S. or PhD in relevant technical fieldExperience leading interdisciplinary teamsExperience with MCP, Microsoft Agent Framework, HuggingFace, LangChain, OpenCVExperience with GenAI Ops techniques (e.g. LLM-as-a-judge) and frameworks (e.g. LangFuse, MLFlow, Arize Phoenix)Experience with LLMs, Transformers, YOLO, GANs, Reinforcement LearningLinux and AWS experienceExperience with CUDA and Python libraries such as CuPy, Numba, CuSignal, CuDF, etc.Experience in application deployment, virtualization, and containerization (e.g. Podman, Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher)Familiarity with using AWS cloud computing resources such as EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.Pay Range: $155,000 - $200,000Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.The application window will close in 60 days for this position. Location: Aurora, COBeing situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.What We OfferComprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packagesCompany contributions to qualified HSA accounts401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events13 paid holidaysUpfront tuition assistance for approved degree programsAnnual bonus program based on company and employee performanceCompany paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance4 weeks paid Parental LeaveEmployee assistance program (EAP)EHS/Environmental RequirementsThis job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.ITC & Security Clearance RequirementsThis position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.Visa RestrictionsNo visa sponsorship is available for this position.Pre-employment ScreeningsEmployment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.