Ai/Ml Data Research Scientist

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $197,507.00 - $250,917.00. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is not a remote position.

Additional Compensation: This position is eligible for an end-of-year bonus.

Employment Benefits: Bluestaq offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Leave, and 401k. For more information regarding Bluestaq benefits, please visit https://www.bluestaq.com/bennies.

About Bluestaq:

Where Tech Meets Tenacity

Ready to trade that "job" for a mission? Welcome to Bluestaq.

Grit isn't just a buzzword here; it's in our DNA. We're not just another tech company; we're a collective of innovators, risk-takers, dreamers, and trailblazers. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly established itself as a game-changer in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A fusion of "blue" (military lingo for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).

The Buzz Around Us

In just five years, we've amassed accolades as if collecting rare vinyl. For two consecutive years, Bluestaq has been recognized as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies and maintains a consistent presence on several of National and Colorado's Best Workplaces lists. We're not just making waves; we're practically a tsunami in the Colorado tech scene.

Why Colorado Springs? Why Not?

Nestled at the foot of the Rockies, downtown Colorado Springs isn't just our headquarters; it's a lifestyle. Ranked #2 on U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live, this city is a burgeoning tech hub, vibrant and alive. Plus, 300 days of sunshine? Yes, please.

Join the Mission

If you're aiming to do the most impactful work of your career with a top-tier tech team, consider this your invitation to join Bluestaq. We're eager to get acquainted!

Job Description:

At Bluestaq, we are dedicated to advancing technology to support national security. Our team thrives on innovation, excellence, and a steadfast commitment to safeguarding our nation's interests. Join us for a role that transcends a mere job-it's a mission.

We are on the lookout for an AI/ML Data Research Scientist with deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and database technologies. This pivotal role involves developing data solutions that significantly contribute to our nation's defense and security. As a vital member of our team, you will be instrumental in crafting cutting-edge data fabric solutions, making a tangible difference in our ongoing support of the US military and intelligence community.

Bluestaq offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, collaborate with top-tier talent, and contribute to crucial national security initiatives. If you are passionate about making a real-world impact and thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and management of large-scale data architectures across SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Innovate in database design, data modeling, and performance tuning for relational databases.
• Design and manage graph data stores for complex data relationships, optimizing for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications.
• Implement data security best practices and provide technical leadership for scoping complex projects.
• Actively involved throughout the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.
• Collaborate with development teams on application performance optimization and big data challenges.
• Participate in code reviews, providing feedback to enhance code quality and readability.
• Engage in Design Review Panels and Tech Talk series to foster continuous learning among team members.
• Write unit, integration, and service tests, and use continuous integration tools such as Jenkins and SonarQube.
• Ensure contributions to the baseline meet quality standards, coding conventions, and documentation guidelines.
• Proactively monitor and enhance data pipeline performance, staying abreast of industry trends and developments.

Required Qualifications:

• 16+ years in software development and database engineering, with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• At least five (5) years specifically in AI/ML and data engineering.
• A working understanding of supervised, semi-supervised, and unsupervised ML approaches and in what use cases to employ them.
• Proficiency with graph-native machine learning pipelines for feature engineering and evaluation.
• Demonstrated competency in developing basic formal ontologies and their application to graph data modeling.
• Mastery of one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Proven expertise with graph database tools, technologies, and methods such as property graph models, storage and retrieval optimization, Cypher Query Language (Graph Query Language under ISO), and graph theoretic algorithms.
• Familiarity with Maven build systems (Java), CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and SonarQube, and configuration management software such as Apache Zookeeper.
• Extensive experience with SQL database design, relational data modeling, and object-relational mapping for REST API development.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) for distributed and data-intensive system tools (Kafka, Apache Spark, Hadoop).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Passionate about AI/ML and data science advancements.
• A leader and innovator in data science, modeling, and data management
• Strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex concepts.
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic work environment.
• High level of curiosity and a strong sense of project ownership.

Required Education: 16 + years in software development and database engineering, with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Clearance Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance. To be eligible for clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check.

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Bluestaq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.

Bluestaq will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to Bluestaq or a direct threat. Employees needing such accommodation are instructed to contact Human Resources immediately at contact.us@bluestaq.com.