Staff AI/ML Engineering Manager (TS/SCI) {S}

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview

This position is for an AI/ML Engineering Manager. ARKA-Mission Applications is seeking a talented and motivated AI/ML Engineering Manager to join our growing team. This is a unique player/coach role designed for an experienced AI/ML engineer who is passionate about both researching, building, developing AI/ML applications and leading people. You will be responsible for managing and mentoring a team of skilled AI/ML researchers and engineers while also actively apply cutting-edge AI/ML algorithms in a variety of domains to meet the mission needs of our customers. You'll split your time effectively between guiding your team's success and rolling up your sleeves to wrangle data, write code, build and train models, solve complex technical challenges, and contribute directly to our AI/ML portfolio.

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.

Responsibilities

Management & Leadership (Approx. 25% on average)

* Lead & Mentor: Manage, coach, and mentor a team of AI/ML engineers, fostering their technical and professional growth, by providing career advice and helping with program technical guidance. Additionally, you will work with the greater AI/ML engineering group to cultivate a positive, collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team that is foc...