Job description:
Senior AI/ML Research Scientist (Generative AI & Agentic Systems) - Job Order 3526
Location: Warren, NJ (Northern New Jersey area)
Work Arrangement: On-site (No remote/telework allowed)
Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship Required; Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Industry: National Security, R&D, and Mission Integration
About the Organization
We are a premier national security and technology integrator delivering high-impact solutions across land, sea, space, and cyberspace. Our research division carries a distinguished legacy of innovation, dating back to some of the most influential laboratories in telecommunications and defense history. We specialize in solving complex challenges for government agencies and essential utilities by pushing the boundaries of state-of-the-art technology.
The Role
As a Principal AI/ML Research Scientist, you will serve as a technical leader within a high-caliber R&D team dedicated to developing next-generation AI technologies. Your primary focus will be on Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). You will be responsible for moving beyond theory into application-customizing and deploying advanced technologies to address complex problems for mission-critical sponsors.
In this senior capacity, you will lead cutting-edge research into Agentic AI, developing autonomous and semi-autonomous systems capable of reasoning and executing complex tasks under high-stakes conditions.
Key Responsibilities
" Lead and mentor R&D efforts focused on Generative AI and the practical application of LLMs.
" Architect and implement advanced Agentic AI frameworks to address specific customer mission objectives.
" Collaborate with cross-functional leadership to build, tune, and optimize complex AI/ML models.
" Drive the full lifecycle of software development, bridging the gap between academic research and production-grade engineering.
Compensation & Benefits
" Target Salary Range: $146,000 - $234,000 (Commensurate with experience, education, and geographic location).
" Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) matching; paid parental leave; and competitive PTO/holiday schedules.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
" Bachelor's Degree: 12+ years of relevant experience.
" Master's Degree: 10+ years of relevant experience.
" PhD: 7+ years of relevant experience.
" Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
Technical Skills:
" Core AI/ML: Expert-level experience in model building, fine-tuning, and research. A strong record of academic research publications in peer-reviewed international AI/ML conferences is highly preferred.
" Programming: Mastery of Python is essential. Proficiency in C, C++, or JavaScript is highly valued.
" LLM Proficiency: Advanced experience working with state-of-the-art Large Language Models at the API level. (Note: The technical interview process includes a live coding assessment involving programmatic interactions with AI tool/function-calling APIs).
" Agentic AI: Demonstrated expertise in agent development frameworks and autonomous system design.
" Software Engineering: Professional-grade grasp of Linux, Git, CI/CD toolchains, Docker, and Postgres.
" Cloud Architecture: Strong development skills within the AWS ecosystem.
Desired Skills (Preferred):
" Expertise in modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Anthropic's Claude Code).
" Deep familiarity with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and other machine learning libraries.
" Experience with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and multi-modal generative agents.
" Expertise in orchestration and deployment tools such as Kubernetes, Terraform, and AWS Bedrock.
" Full-stack programming experience.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Well respected R&D organization working in a variety of industries and up-to-date with the latest technologies
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 146000
Salary Max : $ 234000
Currency Type : USD