Lead Artificial Intelligence Engineer - Human Language Technology

MITRE Corporation - McLean, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

McLean, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Lead Artificial Intelligence Engineer in the Human Language Technology (HLT) Department at MITRE is responsible for researching, developing, evaluating, and integrating advanced language processing solutions for various U.S. Government agencies. This role emphasizes technical leadership in cross-functional teams to implement AI and HLT solutions, particularly those leveraging large language model technology. The engineer will analyze language processing needs, prototype systems, evaluate technology solutions, and communicate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams developing AI and HLT solutions.
• Analyze language processing needs and recommend innovative solutions.
• Prototype HLT systems or components based on workflow and operational mission needs.
• Evaluate technology solutions in the context of mission data and workflow needs, providing actionable recommendations.
• Convey complex ideas to non-technical audiences through briefings and/or white papers.
• Lead projects or small teams to solve complex HLT problems for sponsors.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, linguistics, or related disciplines; or 6 years with a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 8+ years of impactful work experience in AI/HLT-related fields.
• Demonstrated recent experience with large language models.
• Experience in prototyping/developing human language technology components/systems.
• Ability to apply state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to human language technology processing challenges.
• Experience with programming languages such as Java or Python.
• Ability to work independently to learn new technologies, methods, processes, frameworks/platforms, and systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate challenging technical concepts to both lay and expert audiences.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in computer science, engineering, linguistics, or related disciplines.
• Track record of successful deployment of HLT systems or components used by customers or stakeholders outside of a lab/experimental setting.
• Active DOD security clearance.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• Exceptional professional development opportunities
• Culture of innovation that embraces diversity, inclusion, flexibility, collaboration, and career growth