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# Machine Learning Engineer

- **Company:** Kitware, Inc.
- **Location:** Clifton Park, NY, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Software Bug Management, C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Object Detection, Rapid Prototyping Process, Tensorflow, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Pytorch, Deep Learning, Information Technology, Operational Systems
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_6c92dfb72

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related field
 * Proficiency in Python
 * Experience with deep learning libraries (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.)
 * Strong background in both classical and modern (deep learning) machine learning, including model selection, architecting, training, validation, testing, and deployment
 * Machine learning experience using visual data
 * Understanding of a variety of machine learning tasks, e.g. Object Detection, Segmentation, Re-Identification, Tracking, Pose, Super Resolution, Natural Language Processing
 * A high level of comfort with academic literature and the ability to adapt research products to solve real-world problems
 * Due to contractual requirements, only US Citizens will be considered for this position
 * If not already cleared TS/SCI, willingness and ability to apply for and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
 * Some travel is required, typically 5-25%
 * Full-time on-site work at the Kitware Office

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Active SECRET, TS, or TS/SCI security clearance
 * Experience curating quality, real-world datasets for training deep learning models
 * Proficiency in C++

## Description

* Collaborate with researchers on projects related to machine learning, artificial intelligence, and computer vision
 * Perform rapid prototyping and enhanced development to be integrated into operational systems
 * Contribute your strong programming ability and experience to develop robust solutions for real-world problems
 * Validate, optimize, and deploy advanced exploitation algorithms
 * Perform troubleshooting, bug fixes, and maintenance of existing and new code to ensure stability and robustness


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