Intermediate Machine Learning Developer

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is actively seeking individuals who can integrate with a cross-functional team and help solve data-to-decision challenges for the intelligence and defense communities. We are looking for team member who excels in developing and deploying modern computational technologies, including machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and computer vision (CV). Our ideal candidate has experience solving detection, classification, recognition and identification challenges using sensor data, including EO/IR imagery/video, point clouds and unstructured data.

The ideal candidate will have an active interest in applying math/statistics/physics/engineering concepts to solve multi-disciplinary problems. The candidate should be familiar with improving/optimizing/tuning existing algorithms as well as developing new algorithms from scratch. This will include software design, software development, and debugging / issue resolution. The candidate should demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem solving and an ability to evaluate algorithm and system performance. Other responsibilities include assisting in preparation of oral and written reports, supporting R&D business acquisition and customer briefings, present research results at scientific / engineering conferences and publish in technical journals.

Scientists/engineers who are passionate about applying their expertise to solving problems of national importance, who have a strong entrepreneurial spirit, and who are seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth in a stable environment are strongly encouraged to apply. Work location options in Raleigh, NC and Cleveland, OH.

Above all, we value passion, a desire to learn, and teamwork. Candidates meeting the technical requirements and who have a strong work ethic, positive can-do attitude, and excel in team environments are strongly encouraged to apply. In addition to the experience and skills above, if you have any of the following you will be able to accelerate your effectiveness and impact.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 1,100 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

While this is all of the Year One and Beyond stuff, Day One is highly impressive too. These are things like our competitive salary (DOE), Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), benefits package, relocation opportunities, and a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets so we give our employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels.

ARA is passionate about inclusion and diversity in our workplace, in 2018 40% of our new employees voluntarily self-identified as protected veterans. (Source-AAP EOY 2018 Veterans Data Collection Report). Additionally, the Southeast Division looks not only for the right skills, but also for a cultural fit. We seek colleagues who will contribute to the unique culture that makes ARA such a great place to work. Some of the social impact aspects we have implemented at our division include monthly get-togethers, team outings to local baseball games in the summer, board game lunches, holiday party, corn hole tournaments, chili cook-offs and so on. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women in order to maximize career and professional accomplishments. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please apply at careers.ara.com.