Data Research Scientist

Key Skills

Deep Learning, DevOps, Large Language Models - LLMs, Machine learning techniques, MLOps tools, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Unix Operating system, Workfusion

Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Data/Research Scientist to join our team in Aberdeen, MD!

We are looking for a highly motivated, self-starting individual to be a part of a team of scientists and engineers that develop data intensive solutions for Army-centric customers, such as the acquisition and test & evaluation communities. These solutions can vary between trained data models, configured software toolsets, and developed software applications. One focus will be on engineering and developing the systems to enable training and inference using large language models (LLMs), and operationalizing this system on the latest HPC systems. Writing technical reports and academic publications is also likely.

What You'll Be Doing:

• 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

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 2-4 years of related work experience, or Master's Degree with 1-3 years of experience

• 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 the development of deployable software services and/or ML workflows, or experience with the deployment of existing software services and/or ML workflows

• 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

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience with setting up and running AI/ML jobs, in particular deep learning training and inference jobs

• Familiarity with UNIX, shell (bash) scripting, automating tasks and application setup via scripts

• Experience with programming applications using Python and/or JavaScript

• Understanding of and application of ML operations (MLops) concepts to manage and deploy models

• Experience container & virtualization technologies like Singularity, Docker

Experience with configuring and setting up various off-the-shelf software services to work together (REST services, deep learning engines, MLOps tools) 

Experience with running the above tools at scale 

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This 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:

$59,300.00 – $103,800.00

We 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!

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

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!