Data Engineer (TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph) S}

ARKA Group, LP•Upper Merion Township, PA

50d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Data Engineer/Scientist looking for new challenging problems. You will support the development of AI/ML algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from large language models, natural language processing, and time-series predictive analytics. Additionally, we have a team of excellent researchers and software developers who are eager to mentor and teach their craft. In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you. We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

Requirements

B.S. in data science, AI/ML, computer science, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a Data Engineer/Scientist
Experience developing data pipelines and normalizing data with canonical Python packages (e.g. NumPy, Pandas, Polars)
Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
Willingness to obtain a Counter Intelligence (CI) or Full-Scope Polygraph (FSP)

Nice To Haves

M.S. or PhD in data science, AI/ML, computer science, or related field
Experience with Gitlab, DevSecOps utilizing test-driven development, containers, (e.g. Docker, Docker Compose), cloud services (e.g. AWS), tools for distributed computing (e.g. Spark, Pyspark)
Active TS/SCI with a recent Counter Intelligence (CI) or Full-Scope Polygraph (FSP)

Responsibilities

Assembles large, complex sets of data to support AI/ML algorithm implementation
Identifies, designs, and implements internal process improvements including re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, optimizing data delivery, and automating manual processes
Builds required infrastructure for optimal extraction, transformation and loading of data from various data sources
Curate and maintain data that is stored in support of metrics and evaluation
Design, build, test, maintain, and automate data collection/pipelines
Develop Dashboards for Data Analytics.
Implement Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning algorithms
Using Agile methodologies to develop software

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
13 paid holidays
Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
4 weeks paid Parental Leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)