AI/ML Engineer - Reinforcement Learning (RL)

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Engineer to join our innovative team who enjoys working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while taking ideas from theory into deployment. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our CNTIENT-Optimize automated scheduling solution with cutting-edge machine-learning algorithms and models. It is important for you to possess a passion and have experience with reinforcement learning (RL) models, managing complex data sets, and data fusion methodologies.

Location:
Houston - hybrid in the office 2-3 times a week

What you will be doing:

• Develop, train, and deploy RL models to analyze and interpret complex data, enhancing predictive accuracy and uncovering hidden patterns in large datasets while ensuring compliance with operational specifications.
• Design and implement data fusion algorithms to integrate information from multiple sources, ensuring real-time situational awareness.
• Containerize decision-making algorithms and capabilities for on-edge deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize AI/ML applications that address key milestones and requirements.

What you will need :

• US Citizenship, Permanent Resident (Green) Card
• Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or Ph.D. in a relevant field: Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Computational Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.
• 2-5 years of professional experience as a Machine Learning Engineer, AI Engineer, Applied Scientist, or similar role leveraging RL.
• Comprehensive knowledge of numerical methods, probability, and statistics.
• Experience with Python, Rust, and with data science tools like Numpy and Pandas.
• Deep knowledge of machine learning frameworks, including TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras.
• Competence with Jupyter Notebook or similar platforms for development, testing, and presenting findings.
• Experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.
• Proficiency in conveying intricate data in a clear and practical manner.

Benefits:
One of the most interesting aspects of working at a startup company is gaining equity, which means our success is your success. In addition to equity in the form of options, we also offer:

• Flexible Time-Off policy and company holidays
• Cost-effective health care, dental, and vision with company contributions
• 401k matching plan with company match
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability

Salary:
$130,000 - $170,000

We value job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. That’s why we will determine your actual level and base salary on a case-by-case basis, considering these factors. We believe this will ensure fair and competitive compensation for you.

Company Information:

Cognitive Space is delivering next-generation AI systems for the space industry through its CNTIENT platform, supporting several US Government agencies and the global space market. The company is unlocking the full use of space through AI for national security and economic prosperity in satellite operations, network management, and geospatial collections.

Cognitive Space Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Cogntive Space Inc. does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

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