Join Peraton as a Machine Learning/Data Science Research Engineer

Peraton, a leader in national security and technology innovation, seeks a highly skilled Machine Learning/Data Science Research Engineer to advance our pioneering capabilities in cybersecurity and mission-critical technologies. With roots at Bell Labs, Bellcore, and Telcordia, Peraton Labs stands at the forefront of solving complex challenges for government agencies, utilities, and commercial enterprises.

Job Responsibilities

As part of our dynamic team, you will:

• Analyze end-user needs to drive performance and infrastructure requirements, converting these needs into robust ML solutions.
• Design and implement state-of-the-art machine learning models, utilizing frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow, focusing on network/graph representation learning and graph construction.
• Develop ETL pipelines to manage large-scale data sets essential for training ML models.
• Apply graph neural networks (GNN) to derive embedded representations for various analytical tasks.
• Utilize automated tools for machine learning model tuning and ensure efficient model training.
• Craft data models that represent real-world phenomena with graph-based structures optimized for space and computational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate:

• A minimum experience of 8 years with a BS/BA, 6 years with an MS/MA, or 3 years with a PhD.
• Proficiency in developing and training machine learning models including DNNs, SVMs, and more, using both scratch-built and transfer learning approaches.
• Strong capability in data manipulation with Python's Pandas library and experience with Git version control.

Desired Skills

Ideal candidates will also have:

• Deep experience in developing deep neural networks from scratch and applying generative models such as GANs.
• Expertise in reinforcement learning, network engineering, and development on GNU/Linux-based systems.
• Familiarity with MLOps practices, containerization with Docker, and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Terraform.
• Possession of Top Secret Clearance is highly advantageous.

About Peraton

Peraton is a premier national security company that delivers high-stake solutions across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. We are committed to securing global security and stability, specializing in linking traditional and nontraditional threats. Peraton serves as a trusted partner to key governmental agencies, supporting the full spectrum of the U.S. armed forces.

Salary and Application

The target salary range for this pivotal role is $146,000 - $234,000, contingent upon experience and other factors.

If you are looking to impact global security while working on cutting-edge technology projects, apply today to become part of our esteemed team at Peraton.