Captivation · 18 hours ago
Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Engineer 1 - C++/Marian/Java/AWS/PyTorch/Python
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$130K/yr - $270K/yr
2+ years expCaptivation Software is looking for a mid level AI/ML engineer to build, train, fine-tune, and evaluate advanced language models. The ideal candidate will work across the model development lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions, particularly in the area of natural language processing.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Developer APIsDevOpsDSPMachine LearningSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build, train, fine-tune, and evaluate advanced language models
Work across the model development lifecycle
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions
Qualification
Required
Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
2 years experience in applied machine learning in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
A B.S. degree in advanced math (e.g., calculus, linear algebra or Bayesian statistics), computer science or related STEM discipline from an accredited college or university is required
3 years of additional machine learning experience on projects with similar machine learning processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree
Strong proficiency in AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face
Expertise in model training, evaluation, and deployment
Hands-on experience with AWS tools like SageMaker, Lambda, EC2, and S3
Experience in developing full-stack software applications (JavaScript, Python, Java, etc.)
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
Extensive experience in machine learning model development, including natural language processing (NLP)
Experience with model evaluation, optimization, and performance monitoring
Proven experience in software engineering with strong coding skills
Experience with model versioning and management using tools such as MLFlow or Git
Familiarity with containerization tools (i.e. Kubernetes)
Preferred
Experience working in a government or defense-related environment is highly preferred
Experience with secure data handling and compliance requirements
Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
Benefits
Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
Above Market Hourly Rates
$3,400 HSA Contribution
6 Weeks Paid Time Off
Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D
Company
Captivation
Build something to be proud of. Captivation is focused on engineering digital solutions for mission makers.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase