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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - Machine Learning & AI - **Company:** Savannah River National Laboratory - **Location:** Aiken, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Batch Processing, Code Review, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Data Visualization, Linux, Github, Python (Programming Language), Linux Distribution, Machine Learning, Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, NLTK (NLP Analysis), NumPy, Scrum Methodology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Tools, Tensorflow, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Pytorch, Deep Learning, Git, Pandas, Matplotlib, Containerization, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, HuggingFace, Plotly, Slurm, Kibana, Spacy, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88147438/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field and 7-9 years of experience in software development, preferably in a research environment * For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required * Strong experience in Python programming, including experience with AI and machine learning libraries (e.g. Pytorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) * Experience with deep learning models and libraries, particularly Huggingface, Pytorch, etc. * Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and threats * Experience with unit testing and continuous integration (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub, or others) * Excellent communication and teamwork skills * Ability to write and document technical work * Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) * Familiarity with Agile development methodologies * Self-motivated and able to work independently * Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or similar Linux distributions * Experience with batch processing tools such as PBS or SLURM * Familiarity with data engineering and curation principles and practices * Experience with data visualization tools such as Plotly/Dash, Kibana, or similar tools, * Experience with machine learning primitives and ability to choose the right approach for a given problem (e.g. decision trees, random forests, deep learning) * Experience with natural language processing (NLP) techniques and libraries (e.g. NLTK, spaCy) * Familiarity with containerization (e.g. Docker) * Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure) * Certification in cybersecurity or a related field (e.g. CompTIA Security+, CISSP) * Experience with proposal writing and research funding opportunities * Masters Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field ## Description Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated and self-starting AI (artificial intelligence) and machine learning researcher to join our team in creating and maintaining large-language model research tools, especially for cybersecurity data. The successful candidate will have strong experience in Python, AI, and cybersecurity, with a focus on developing and maintaining high-quality code using unit testing, continuous integration, and deep learning models and libraries. The ideal candidate will be a solid researcher (PhD preferred), an independent worker, a good communicator, and a team player with a strong ability to write and document his or her work. * Develop and maintain large-language model research tools for cybersecurity data using Python, Huggingface models, and Pytorch libraries or other equivalent state-of-the-art technology * Design and implement unit tests and continuous integration pipelines to ensure high-quality code * Collaborate with team members to develop and maintain research tools and software applications * Write and maintain technical documentation for research tools and software applications * Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the overall codebase * Develop and maintain strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and threats * Collaborate in writing proposals for external sponsors, Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) projects, and other funding opportunities * Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in AI, cybersecurity, and large-language models Typical Tools and Technologies: * Python libraries: NumPy, pandas, SciKit-Learn, Pytorch, TensorFlow * Data visualization tools: Plotly/Dash, Kibana, Matplotlib, Seaborn * Machine learning frameworks: SciKit-Learn, Pytorch, TensorFlow * Operating Systems: RHEL, Linux * Batch processing tools: PBS, SLURM * Version control systems: Git * Agile development methodologies: Scrum, Kanban * Others as the technology stack changes ## Related Videos - [Running Secure Life Science Research at Scale using Hybrid GPU HPC and Kubernetes 🧬](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100355-running-secure-life-science-research-at-scale-using-hybrid-gpu-hpc-and-kubernetes) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) - [Stop Committing Your Secrets - GIt Hooks To The Rescue!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/573-stop-committing-your-secrets-git-hooks-to-the-rescue) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [Dev Digest 138 - Are you secure about this?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/486-dev-digest-138-are-you-secure-about-this)