Data/Research Scientist (Hybrid)
We harness the power of innovation so that you can change the world and help our customers solve their most complex challenges
Job Description:
- Work with a multi-disciplinary team
- Design and build proof-of-concept analytics or software solutions for customer projects using current ML / deep learning / LLM best practices and technologies
- Build new capabilities for data intensive processing and analysis on specialized high performance systems using state of the art open source technologies
- Prepare and present research findings at scientific seminars, conferences and workshops
- Publish technical reports and refereed journal articles
- Mentor junior staff
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 2-5 years of related work experience, or Master's Degree with 1-3 years of experience
- Proficiency with UNIX, shell (bash) scripting, automating tasks and application setup via scripts
- Bash scripting with multi-node utilization (for ML, distributed processing, utilities, setup scripts)
- Understanding and application of the machine learning process using common environments and libraries, either traditional (e.g. pandas, scikit-learn) or deep learning technologies (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow)
- Experience with applying the above by setting up and running AI/ML training jobs (e.g. in Python scripts/notebooks, or as configuration running as part of a cloud service)
- Experience with container & virtualization technologies like Singularity, Docker
- Good written and verbal communication skills and oral presentation skills
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Experience designing and training neural networks, DNNs using libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch
- Experience with AI/ML training at scale using distributed libraries/frameworks such as Dask, Spark
- Familiarity with GPU accelerated AI/ML (e.g. Rapids)
- Experience working with LLM concepts and frameworks (RAG, embeddings, vector databases, prompt engineering, agents, ollama, langchain, langsmith)
- Experience fine-tuning existing large language models (LLMs) for domain specific use cases
- Experience delivering trained machine learning models, i.e. MLOps (e.g. deploying a model as a service, model evaluation and monitoring, model versioning and storage)
- Experience working with High Performance Computing is a plus. Writing pbs/slurm scripts to orchestrate ML model training a huge plus
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range:
$83,300.00 - $145,800.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.
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