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Stride Consulting

Lead Machine Learning Engineer Tysons Corner, VA or South Jordan, UT

Stride Consulting, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States,


Strider is revolutionizing the way companies, universities, research institutions, and government agencies protect their innovation and compete in a new era of global strategic competition. Our trailblazing technology and intelligence solutions enable clients to proactively identify, manage, and respond to nation-state directed IP theft and supply chain vulnerabilities.The purpose of Strider is to protect the ideals and innovations of the free world. If you’re ready to be part of an elite team tackling some of the most pressing security and technology challenges, let’s talk.Job Description:

We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Machine Learning Engineer with a specialization in Natural Language Processing (NLP) to join Strider’s Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of machine learning models, expertise in Python programming, and extensive knowledge of software engineering best practices. They should also have experience deploying machine learning pipelines into production environments, specifically using AWS.You will:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable machine learning solutions with a focus on Natural Language Processing.Drive the entire ML process from data exploration, model building, performance evaluation, testing, and deployment.Implement machine learning models into production using AWS cloud services.Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to convert machine learning models into production-level code.Ensure the proper functioning of machine learning applications by carrying out continuous testing and optimization.Follow and improve software engineering best practices to ensure data quality and reliability.Actively participate in design reviews, code reviews and team discussions, providing technical leadership and insight.Stay updated with the latest research and technologies in AI/ML and drive the adoption of best practices across the organization.What you need to be successful:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree or PhD preferred.7+ years of experience in the field of Machine Learning or AI, with a focus on NLP.Strong Python programming skills with a deep understanding of software engineering best practices.Knowledge of ML frameworks such as PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, and Tensorflow.Experience working with large datasets and understanding of data analysis workflows.Excellent understanding of NLP techniques such as tokenization, entity extraction, language models (BERT, GPT), etc.Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to peers and management alike.Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills and a strong attention to detail.Nice-to-haves:

Experience working with NLP in foreign (non-English) languages.Experience with Elastic Search.Familiarity with MLOps tools and practices.Why join this team:

Immediate Impact:

Join a small, agile team where your contributions will have a direct, tangible impact from day one.Data-Rich Environment:

Leverage our large, diverse, proprietary NLP datasets to drive innovation and exploration in machine learning and AI.Continuous Learning:

Benefit from our commitment to your personal and professional growth, whether it's mastering new technical skills or learning a new language.Culture of Innovation:

Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovative thinking and the continuous improvement of our practices and solutions.Competitive CompensationCompany Equity OptionsUnlimited PTOWellness ReimbursementUS Holidays (Office Closed)Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) PlanStrider provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Strider complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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