> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2707039-machine-learning-engineer-active-secret-clearance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2707039-machine-learning-engineer-active-secret-clearance). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Machine Learning Engineer (Active Secret Clearance - **Company:** StriveWorks, Inc - **Location:** Tacoma, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $185,000.0 - $230,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, System Programming, Unstructured Data, Cloud Platform System, Pytorch, Multi-Agent Systems, Scikit Learn, Information Technology - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-machine-learning-engineer-active-secret-clearance-striveworks-8783999 ## About the Role * A BS degree in computer science, machine learning, or a related discipline and 6+ years of relevant experience * Demonstrated experience delivering data-centric systems * Proficiency in programming languages and libraries common to machine learning; excellence in Python is essential, as is knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch, and/or scikit-learn * Proficiency in software engineering fundamentals to include algorithms, data structures, design patterns, and at least one systems programming language * Proficiency with modern software engineering tools and processes * Active Secret (or above) US security clearance and US citizenship The following isn't required, but we'd love to see it: * An advanced degree in data science, machine learning, computer science, or a related discipline * Knowledge of relevant architectures and design patterns for client-server systems * Experience implementing and deploying software into containerized or cloud environments * Experience with a variety of unstructured data types * Experience building AI agents, agentic workflows, or agentic systems * Experience defining, scoping, planning, and delivering complex, production-level technical solutions * Experience leading, managing, or mentoring small, cross-functional engineering teams * Experience delivering technology solutions in secure government environments You will be hybrid/on site at customer locations at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, WA. You will be expected to travel up to 25% of the time. ## Related Videos - [Overview of Machine Learning in Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/840-overview-of-machine-learning-in-python) - [Getting Started with Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/260-getting-started-with-machine-learning) - [Agentic employees in world's most downloaded FinTech app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100123-agentic-employees-in-world-s-most-downloaded-fintech-app) - [Photonic Computing: Programming a New Class of AI Accelerators (incl. Live Coding)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100196-photonic-computing-programming-a-new-class-of-ai-accelerators-incl-live-coding) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Geometric deep learning for drug discovery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/264-geometric-deep-learning-for-drug-discovery) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [From Prototype to Production: Build AI Agents with This Free 4-Course Learning Path](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/655-from-prototype-to-production-build-ai-agents-with-this-free-4-course-learning-path) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)