Machine Learning Engineer

Overview

i3 has an exciting opportunity for a machine learning (ML) engineer to support the development of DoD systems. The ML engineer will develop and program neural network (NN)-based software solutions. Additionally, the ML engineer will aid in the analysis of artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled systems.

Responsibilities

• Prototype and implement software-based ML systems.
• Work with ML architect to research applicability of various NN architectures to specific problems.
• Python/C++ programming and debug of a NN-based software suite.
• Optimization of NN architectures to maximize performance.
• Generate technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Experience applying different NN architectures to classification problems.
• Ability to create and maintain a research codebase that produces robust and reproducible results.
• Experience developing/debugging software in Python and C++.
• Working knowledge of at least one ML framework (e.g. Pytorch).
• Strong mathematical background (i.e. optimization theory, regularization techniques, linear algebra, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and system knowledge to debug a training run's performance end to end.
• Intuition about latency and throughput characteristics of CUDA graphs and tensor core arithmetic.
• Experience with VHDL or Verilog.
• Experience writing technical documentation.

Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!