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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development Engineer - **Company:** Pennsylvania State University - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $146,040.0 - $318,840.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Secure Shell (SSH), Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Data Fusion, Decision Support Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, NumPy, Software Tools, Tensorflow, Azure Machine Learning, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Pytorch, Git, Fastapi, Pandas, Matplotlib, Kubernetes, Machine Learning Operations, Docker - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17976932?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17976932%2FArtificial-Intelligence-Machine-Learning-Research-Development-Engineer-Virginia-Reston ## About the Role * Data science/algorithm development * Data science / Machine Learning languages to include Python * Research, development and implementation of machine learning models Preferred skills/knowledge includes: * Active TS/SCI Clearance * Master's degree * Training and optimizing ML algorithms on GPU hardware architectures, specifically NVIDIA based * Working with geo-spatial data * Statistics, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra * Exploratory data analysis and visualization * Data science / Machine Learning tools to include Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow, NumPy, MatPlotLib, PostGreSQL, FastAPI * Software Development tools to include Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SSH Your work location will be fully on-site State College PA or Reston, VA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process., If filled as R&D Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (ARL) - Principal Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 19+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None If filled as R&D Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 5+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None If filled as R&D Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None, Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. ## Description We are seeking highly motivated Research and Development Engineers to join our Research Artificial Intelligence of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will assist in providing customers with state-of-the-art visualization and decision support. The primary focus will be researching and developing feasible algorithmic solutions to our sponsor's complex problems given large sets of multivariate data. Located in State College, PA or Reston, VA ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: * Design and implement machine learning systems, models, and schemes * Research and apply state-of-the-art machine learning prototypes to sponsor specific domains * Search and select appropriate data sets before performing data collection and data modeling * Visualize data for deeper insights * Generate and present technical research reports and briefings * Perform statistical analysis in support of pattern of life and anomaly detection * Perform data fusion and correlation * Build high quality software prototypes integrated with our various research and pre-production software environments * Collaborate with other ARL staff and sponsors * Supervise the work of lower-level staff and undergraduate student * Perform tasks of a larger scope and lead specific tasks within the project scope, ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers. ## Related Videos - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Vectorize all the things! 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