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MITRE · 8 hours ago

Senior AI and Decision Engineer

McLean, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$144K/yr - $215K/yr

5+ years exp

MITRE is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to tackling the nation’s toughest challenges. They are seeking a Senior AI and Decision Engineer to work on AI-enhanced decision systems and contribute to the development of innovative solutions for mission-critical decisions.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNon ProfitQuantum ComputingSaaS

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work in cross-functional teams to develop and implement AI-enhanced decision systems, including capabilities that leverage large language model technology

Apply modern AI and engineering techniques to develop decision support software prototypes based on analysis of workflow and operational needs

Propose and execute novel, cutting-edge research in Al-enhanced decision systems

Evaluate Al solutions against sponsor requirements and produce actionable recommendations

Lead projects or small teams to solve complex decision problems for our sponsors

Qualification

Machine LearningLarge Language ModelsDecision ScienceC++PythonAI TestingEvaluationGenerative AIReinforcement LearningCognitive ScienceHuman Machine TeamingMulti-Agent SystemsKnowledge-Based ReasoningAutomated PlanningSemanticsOntologiesCommunication Skills

Required

Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in computer science or an engineering discipline related to artificial intelligence; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute

Hands-on experience with machine learning (including deep learning and reinforcement learning), and one or more of the following technical areas: large language models (LLM), generative and agentic AI, decision science, human machine teaming, cognitive science, AI testing and evaluation, multi-agent systems, knowledge-based reasoning, automated planning, semantics, and ontologies

Ability to articulate challenges in high-stakes decision making with AI and identify gaps

Ability to work independently to learn new technologies, techniques, processes, languages, platforms, and systems

Ability to function as a member of cross-functional teams

Experience with programming languages such as C++ and Python

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government clearance (DoD Secret government Clearance)

This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site

Preferred

Demonstrated recent experience with large language models

Experience with testing and evaluation of AI systems, explainable AI, or strategic AI adoption

Hands-on experience with the development and deployment of AI-enhanced decision system prototypes

A keen interest in learning about and rapidly responding to new problems across a variety of domains

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate challenging technical concepts to both lay and expert audiences

Active DoD Secret clearance

Company

MITRE

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The MITRE Corporation is working to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges in defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, homeland security, the judiciary and transportation.

Founded in 1958

Bedford, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees