ARKA Group L.P. is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S.
military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering
next-generation solutions to support the national security space domain. ARKA
has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country's
space endeavors. We're a legacy of mission excellence built on
ground-breaking technologies. Join the ARKA mission and discover your next
career opportunity now!
Position Overview (Summary/Objective):
This position, in either Aurora, CO or Valley Forge, PA, is for a Data
Engineer 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, reinforcement learning,
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. We have multiple positions available and welcome all
experie
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
Using Agile methodologies to develop software.
Basic Qualifications:
Current Top Secret SCI clearance with CI poly
B.S. in Data Science, AI/ML, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum six (6) years of relevant experience as a Data Engineer/Scientist.
Experience developing data pipelines and normalizing data, using AWS cloud
services
Preferred Qualifications:
Full scope poly
M.S. or PhD in Data Science, AI/ML, Computer Science, or related field
Experience with Gitlab, DevSecOps utilizing test-driven development,
Containers (Docker, Docker Compose)
Pay Range: $130,000 - $190,000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis
and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge
and skills, education, and experience.
The application window will close in 40 days for this position.
Location:
This position is based out of ARKA's nature abundant Aurora, CO campus.
Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides
opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer,
while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the
Denver International Airport.
What We Offer:
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
Continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved 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)
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to
communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, occasionally operate
tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for
extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment when
working with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace
equipment, and move items weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential
functions of the job.
Equal Opportunity Employer -
minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual
orientation/gender identity