Two Six Technologies is seeking a Principal Research Scientist to drive business development for and lead technical program delivery in new R&D projects in AI/ML, applied statistics, and advanced analytics.
Requirements
- Mastery of several different subfields and approaches within AI/ML and statistical analysis; demonstrated ability to reason over the tradeoffs when choosing modeling approaches
- Ability to write and review R, Python, or SQL code; fluency and comfort with git, CI/CD practices
- Able to step in and contribute technically as needed on a wide range of subjects and domains
- Experience leading both AI / analytics researchers (including PhDs), practitioners, and software engineers on government contracts
- Experience in project planning, agile development, and a variety of sprint management methods
- Past experience in model verification and validation
- Interest in building out a capability in some aspect of Trusted AI (safety, privacy, bias, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Identify, shape, and propose to AI and advanced analytics programs, including building trusted relationships with sponsors, leading technical writing, and developing innovative solutions
- Serve as a technical expert in a variety of AI, statistical, and analytics methodologies on a variety of programs and proposals
- Perform as technical lead on interdisciplinary projects; mentor junior team members on both technical and non-technical skills
- Collaborate effectively with other business units to help them craft innovative AI and analytics solutions tailored to their needs
- Able to step in and contribute technically as needed on a wide range of subjects and domains
- Experience leading both AI / analytics researchers (including PhDs), practitioners, and software engineers on government contracts
- Experience in project planning, agile development, and a variety of sprint management methods
Other
- Local to Arlington, VA
- Active Top Secret security clearance
- Strong and flexible communication that adapts to the specific needs of the audience
- Works well in and fosters a culture of respect, curiosity, humility and excellence
- Intellectual curiosity across multiple domains and demonstrated success applying analytics to novel mission areas
