IBSS Corporation Hiring for AI/ML Software Engineer at United States Full Time

Job Description
IBSS is looking for a full-time/part-time AI/Client Software Engineer to assist AFSCs Midwater Assessment and Conservation Engineering team in creating solutions that aid AFSCs efforts to reduce bycatch, ensure sustainable fishing, and protect marine life. The goal is to use advanced AI and Client techniques to revolutionize fisheries conservation, with projects involving tasks such as fish detection and tracking using cloud and edge computing, as well as fish age estimation through deep learning using otolith images.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing Client and AI Methods: Collaborate with the IBSS & AFSC team on developing and monitoring automated detection systems.
• Deep Learning Expertise: Train and implement deep learning models to detect and count fish in video frames. Utilize appropriate object detection and tracking methods in PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Implementing Innovative AI/Client Solutions: Apply cutting-edge technologies to enhance fisheries management. Utilize self-supervised learning and adapt models to various computing resources.
• Transfer Learning & Sustainability: Use transfer learning to accelerate development, and PyTorch to facilitate efficient solutions.
• Evaluate and Optimize Models: Oversee evaluation and optimization in Tensorflow or PyTorch for seamless deployment on edge computing devices.
• Container Deployments: Converting intricate deep learning models into container deployments integrating with Tator.io, a comprehensive video and image annotation and review software platform.
• Maintaining Technical Knowledge and Expertise: Stay current on the latest developments in deep learning, edge computing, container applications, and cloud computing to enhance the effectiveness of the project.
• Collaborating with Cross-Functional Teams: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful model deployment while proactively addressing any challenges that may arise.
• Ensure Best Practices: Follow best practices in all stages of development.
• Documentation: Thoroughly document each stage of the development process, from the initial model design to deployment and ongoing maintenance. This is essential for tracking the progress of the project, troubleshooting, and future improvements.

Required Skills /Education/ Certifications & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in related roles.
• Proficient in machine learning optimization, software development for real-time systems, container applications, and cloud computing.
• Familiar with Python, Linux, Windows, Docker, Git, and PyTorch.

Desired Skills:

• Contribution to open-source development using PyTorch.
• Proficiency in python, & typescript and reverse engineering.
• Familiarity with TensorFlow Lite, Cloud Computing (AWS, GCP), AutoML, Vertex AI.
• Certifications in TensorFlow, PyTorch, Docker, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience in distributed training of deep learning models.

About IBSS Corp.

Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.

Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide an exceptional level of service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.

We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.

IBSS offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.

IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click https://www.eeoc.gov/poster to see, The EEO is the law.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the HR Department, Francesca Urrutia at (703) 826-4302, or email at [email protected]