Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer 2 TS/SCI w Poly

About The Role

Designs, develops, tests, and operationalizes algorithms to solve complex business challenges and mission requirements. Models are built to learn from data and generate predictions aligned with customer-defined business logic and operational needs.

Demonstrates proficiency across model architecture, data pipeline integration, and the application, interpretation, and presentation of performance metrics. Maintains a strong understanding of foundational concepts in application development, infrastructure management, data engineering, and data governance.

Responsible for training, retraining, deploying, scheduling, monitoring, and continuously improving models based on iterative user and system feedback to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. May lead geographically distributed teams and frequently serve as the primary point of contact for related technical matters, requiring strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and exceptional communication skills.

Technical & Engineering Expertise

• Experience working with various ML libraries, packages, and frameworks
• Experience with standard machine learning frameworks such as: PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Design or select appropriate data and knowledge representation methods
• Recognize and apply software architecture, data modeling, and data structure principles
• Transform data science prototypes into scalable production solutions
• Provide system integration oversight

Core AI/ML Capabilities

• Select appropriate datasets for machine learning applications
• Perform statistical analysis and data interpretation
• Run and evaluate machine learning algorithms
• Use analytical results to improve and optimize models
• Train and retrain systems as required
• Research and implement a broad range of AI/ML algorithms and tools
• Verify data integrity and model output quality
• Identify data distribution differences that may impact model performance

Testing, Evaluation & Validation

• Run standard testing and evaluation protocols
• Oversee testing and evaluation of AI/ML algorithms through iterative design processes
• Ensure solutions meet verification and validation requirements

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Qualifications

Experience & Education Requirements LU

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applied machine learning on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in one of the following from an accredited college or university:
  • Advanced Mathematics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Science
  • Computer Science
  • Deep Learning
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree plus 5 additional years of machine learning experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree.
• An active TS/SCI with Poly is required.

Desired Qualifications: 

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

Benefits: Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, 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 eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Investing in Your Growth: Selected candidates may be eligible for enhanced professional development opportunities, including training, certification programs, and skill-building experiences tailored to individual strengths, career goals, and role-specific requirements.

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Details

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. 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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

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