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Machine Learning Engineer

LinkedIn Dark Wolf Herndon, VA
Not Applicable Posted March 14, 2026 Job link
Responsibilities

On the Dark Wolf machine learning team in Herndon, VA, you'll design, develop, and optimize ML models and algorithms, and build scalable pipelines for data ingestion, preprocessing, feature engineering, training, evaluation, and deployment. You will transform models into deployable APIs, integrate them with existing systems, monitor and maintain them in production, troubleshoot issues, and iterate based on performance metrics. You’ll also collaborate with cross-functional teams, document models and processes, contribute to ML best practices, stay current on ML/AI advancements, and potentially work with large-scale and big data technologies.

Commitments

This role requires a TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph and is based in the Chantilly/Herndon, VA area. Dark Wolf is an EEO/AA employer for Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories, and all hires must verify identity and U.S. work eligibility and complete the required employment verification form.

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Requirements
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in a production environment.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with relevant machine learning libraries and frameworks such as TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch, scikit-learn, etc.
  • Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clusting, dimensionality reduction, deep learning architectures).
  • Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and data visualization techniques.
  • Familiarity with data storage and processing technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL databases, Spark, Hadoop).
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their machine learning services.
  • Understanding of software development principles, version control (e.g., Git), and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and draw meaningful conclusions.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
Preferred Skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience with specific areas of machine learning such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), Computer Vision, or Recommender Systems.
  • Experience with MLOps practices and tools for automating and monitoring machine learning workflows.
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Experience with building and deploying RESTful APIs.
  • Familiarity with big data technologies and distributed computing.
  • Experience with statistical modeling and inference.
Education
  • (Not required) – Master’s in computer science, Machine Learning, or higher level degree is preferred with of 3+ years of related industry experience in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Data Science or related fields.