> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3039210-remote-staff-machine-learning-engineer-active-secret-clearance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3039210-remote-staff-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). --- # Remote - Staff Machine Learning Engineer (Active Secret Clearance) - **Company:** StriveWorks, Inc - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $210,000.0 - $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, System Programming, Cloud Platform System, SC Clearance, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pm2xwmvr7c ## About the Role * An advanced degree in data science, machine learning, computer science, or a related discipline and 10+ years of relevant experience * Proven ability to lead, manage, and mentor cross-functional engineering teams across office, remote, and customer environments * Demonstrated experience defining, scoping, planning, and driving execution plans for complex, production-level technical solutions * Strong communication skills and a track record of translating complex technical topics with clarity and professionalism to both internal engineering teams and external stakeholders * Broad proficiency in programming languages common to machine learning, with excellence in Python and at least one systems programming language * Proficiency in the design and delivery of algorithms, data structures, and production analytics and in the use of design patterns in cloud environments * 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: * Experience with K8s and horizontally scaled architectures * Knowledge of NATS, Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar * Experience building AI agents and workflows * Experience with complex and varied data types * Experience delivering technology solutions in secure government environments You will be remote or hybrid out of our Austin, Texas, office. This role requires travel up to 25% of the time. ## Related Videos - [Agentic employees in world's most downloaded FinTech app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100123-agentic-employees-in-world-s-most-downloaded-fintech-app) - [Beyond Kafka & RabbitMQ: Why NATS is the Future of Microservices Messaging](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1646-beyond-kafka-rabbitmq-why-nats-is-the-future-of-microservices-messaging) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Why Systems Break After Initial Success: The Architectural Failures That Take Months to Surface](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2048-why-systems-break-after-initial-success-the-architectural-failures-that-take-months-to-surface) - [Instant KAI Sandboxes with vCluster: Multi-Tenant, Multi-Scheduler GPU Sharing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100333-instant-kai-sandboxes-with-vcluster-multi-tenant-multi-scheduler-gpu-sharing) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)