Mid-Senior Data Scientist (Machine Learning) - nou Systems, Inc.

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) solves diverse and challenging technical problems in an enjoyable, stimulating environment, while providing unsurpassed value to our customers.

We are pleased to announce the opening for a Data Scientist who will join our Technical Solutions division in Huntsville, Alabama and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team designing machine learning solutions from the lab to the field.

Heres what youll be doing:

You will develop, train, and analyze machine learning models for supervised learning and reinforcement learning. You will strategically plan projects and architect elegant solutions. Youll work on a mix of projects, some of which will include other data scientists, others of which will require you to help educate non-data-science teams on the value and limitations of machine learning solutions. You will:

• Help identify and design training data sets.
• Implement and customize ML models from open literature.
• Develop MLOps pipelines.
• Visualize and communicate your results in written documents and oral presentations.
• Architect ML solutions and navigate difficult tradeoffs.
• Bring in new work to the Technical Solutions division through proposals and conferences.

Heres what we are looking for:

This is a mid-senior level position. We are looking for extensive hands-on experience with deep learning models in PyTorch. We expect strong software development fundamentals in Python and the ability to organize a team to work efficiently. We are looking for great written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interface with customers. We are looking for someone who is a team player and is glad to lead a variety of machine learning projects as opportunity presents.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with deep learning models, preferably using PyTorch.
• Excellent understanding of the statistical foundations of machine learning.
• Ability to cleanly structure machine learning projects in Python.
• Experience leading ML projects that require multidisciplinary solutions.
• Strong intellectual curiosity. Our solutions often require creative implementations and combinations of state-of-the-art methodology.
• Ability to help grow and develop junior data scientists. We're looking for evidence you can add value beyond your own technical contributions.
• Demonstrated history of effective collaboration. Youll support multiple teams and must be able to work effectively with other teammates.
• Demonstrated experience explaining technical concepts and data analysis results to non-specialist audiences, both through written documents and oral presentations.
• Experience with MLOps tools like (PyTorch Lightning, Optuna, MLflow, etc.)
• Experience developing and computing on remote servers.
• Proficiency in version control using Git and Gitlab.
• A masters degree in a STEM field or a bachelors degree with 7 years of experience.
• An active Secret security clearance or be able to obtain an active Secret security clearance.

Other qualifications we hope you bring to the table:

• Experience with time series data or graph neural networks.
• Classical statistics understanding and mindset to approach problems with mathematical rigor.
• Experience deploying and maintaining ML models in production.

Other specifics about this position:

Contingent upon contract award? No, this position is not contingent upon contract award.

Remote work option? This position is open to hybrid work at nSI's headquarters in Huntsville, AL.

Who is nou (pronounced new) Systems?

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI, for short) is a rapidly growing technology company that cares about its people located all over the globe. Our people are passionate about missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and all things space and space-market related. We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company.

Although we are a rapidly growing company, winning the Inc. 5000 List as one of Americas fastest-growing private companies from 20172021, our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family. See some words our employees use to describe our culture with the attached Culture Cloud.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment.

Other specific benefits include:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Optional Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Personal Time Off, Annual Leave, and Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Personal Development, Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Monthly Telephone Allowance
• Remote-work friendly
• If you work from the corporate office Fully stocked breakrooms!!!

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidates relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidates qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.