UIC Commercial Services · 3 months ago
Sr. Data Scientist – AI/ML & LLM Specialist
US-CA-Corona
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expUIC Commercial Services is seeking a Sr. Data Scientist – AI/ML & LLM Specialist to support the AR/PA IT Program at Naval Surface Warfare Center - Corona. The role involves analyzing complex technical support assignments, collaborating with engineers and cybersecurity personnel, and leading the development of AI/ML models for advanced data analysis.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Hands-on experience fine-tuning and applying Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT, LLaMA, or Claude for NLP and generative tasks
Strong programming skills in Python; experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn
Proven experience with data analytics, feature engineering, and building end-to-end ML pipelines
Familiarity with vector databases and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines
Experience integrating AI/ML models into secure or cloud-hosted environments (AWS, Azure, etc.)
Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity compliance practices
Conduct research to identify and assess new technology solutions for automating existing reporting processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design hardware and software architectures and system hosting strategies
Lead the development of interfaces and software code to efficiently retrieve, modify, and update data
Support the research and development of artificial intelligence/machine learning methods for advanced data analysis
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience fine-tuning and applying Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT, LLaMA, or Claude for NLP and generative tasks
Strong programming skills in Python; experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn
Proven experience with data analytics, feature engineering, and building end-to-end ML pipelines
Familiarity with vector databases and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines
Experience integrating AI/ML models into secure or cloud-hosted environments (AWS, Azure, etc.)
Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity compliance practices
Conduct research to identify and assess new technology solutions for automating existing reporting processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design hardware and software architectures and system hosting strategies
Lead the development of interfaces and software code to efficiently retrieve, modify, and update data
Support the research and development of artificial intelligence/machine learning methods for advanced data analysis
Active DoD Security Clearance (Secret or higher required)
Five (5+) years of experience developing and deploying AI/ML models in enterprise or government environments
Must hold CompTIA Security+ (CE) certification
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to innovate and implement creative solutions
Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality results
Ability to provide clear and comprehensive technical documentation
Proven experience in providing training and knowledge transfer to team members
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
Company
UIC Commercial Services
UIC Commercial Services is a division of Ukpeaġvik Inupiat Corporation, the Alaska Native Village Corporation for Utqiaġvik, Alaska.
Founded in 1984Anchorage, Alaska, USA
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Don Gray
Vice President of UIC Oil & Gas and Marine Services
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