Machine Learning Engineer

The Machine Learning Engineer will join CoVar in Durham, NC to develop software and ML algorithms that solve real world customer problems, with opportunities to present to DoD and industry customers and publish work in both classified and unclassified settings.

Role overview

This position emphasizes hands-on software development and machine learning implementation, integrating data-driven solutions into production systems while communicating outcomes to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop software and machine learning algorithms addressing real world customer challenges.
• Handle data, design and evaluate algorithms, and implement production code for deployment on real systems.
• Present findings and results to high level DoD and industry customers.
• Publish novel work in both classified and unclassified settings.

Requirements

• Software expertise in Python and core numerical/analytics packages (NumPy, Pandas), Git, PyTorch or TensorFlow, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and regression testing.
• Strong AI/ML foundation with deep knowledge of state-of-the-art approaches in computer vision (preferred), natural language processing, classical machine learning, Bayesian models, or related areas.
• B.S. degree required; M.S. or Ph.D. in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a related field preferred.
• Excellent technical communication skills.
• Ability to work on site in Durham, NC; relocation assistance available.
• Eligibility for US security clearance; US citizenship is required.

Technologies

• Python
• NumPy
• Pandas
• Git
• PyTorch
• TensorFlow
• CI/CD pipelines

Benefits

• Competitive salary, cash bonus, equity structure, and 401k with employer contributions
• Comprehensive health coverage, including dental and vision
• Parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedule
• Tuition support
• PTO and paid holidays

About CoVar

CoVar is a small AI/ML R&D software company in Durham, NC, that uses artificial intelligence to solve problems that matter. We develop AI/ML tools to help the DoD detect enemies and threats, help biomedical researchers find new cures for diseases, and help monitor machinery to prevent injuries and environmental catastrophes. We are passionate engineers, dedicated to pushing the bounds of what AI/ML can do in the real world.

Bonus Skills

• Department of Defense project experience
• Active US security clearance (secret or higher)