AI/ML Engineer

We are a pioneering AI and robotics research team operating on the beautiful white, sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Our dynamic and cross-functional team is involved in diverse research projects related to the automation of civil engineering and airfield recovery processes. We’re now looking to expand our team with another skilled AI/ML Engineer with an emphasis on generating appropriately distributed training data and deploying AI models on constrained computing platforms, such as the Nvidia Jetson architecture.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop methods for producing synthetic training data to make models robust and generalize-able.
• Develop, train and optimize AI/ML models (including large generative models and LLM’s) for various civil engineering applications.
• Develop and implement efficient deployment strategies for these models on constrained computing platforms, especially Nvidia Jetson.
• Work closely with the cross-functional team to integrate these AI solutions into our robotics system.
• Conduct research and contribute to the development and enhancement of our machine learning systems and frameworks.
• Manage and monitor the performance of deployed models and adjust as necessary.
• B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
• At least 3 years of experience working with AI/ML systems.
• Proven experience with deploying AI/ML models on constrained platforms, such as the Nvidia Jetson architecture.
• Proficient in Python, and familiar with AI/ML libraries and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, and Scikit-learn.
• Experience with robotics systems is a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of modern machine learning techniques and their mathematical underpinnings, such as neural networks, classification, regression, and clustering.
• Excellent knowledge of computer vision algorithms and techniques.
• Familiarity with CUDA programming for Nvidia GPUs.
• Excellent communication skills, and ability to work as part of a small, agile team.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits package, and the opportunity to work on innovative projects in a beautiful and inspiring location. Come join our team and experience some of the most beautiful beaches in the world while doing work that is truly groundbreaking. We look forward to hearing from you!

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Tyndall Air Force Base, Gulf of Mexico

Travel: No

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.