Associate Research Director - AI / ML / Data Science

Two Six Technologies is seeking an Associate Research Director-AI/ML/Data Science

Information and data are increasingly the fundamental to new and emerging National Security capabilities being researched, developed, tested and deployed by the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community and other National Security organizations.  Two Six Technologies is seeking an AI/ML/Data Science leader to continue to build and deploy our capabilities to a wide range of mission partners, grow our sponsored research portfolio with DARPA and other research organizations, and cultivate our talented Data Scientists and AI/ML research team. 

Responsibilities:

• Set Technical Direction for AI/ML/Data Science R&D project portfolio
• Cultivating relationships with DARPA Program Managers and other customers
• Identifying new R&D opportunities and overseeing capture
• Cultivating our AI/ML/Data Science talent team, identifying/hiring new team members and line management of key contributors
• Technical marketing of Two Six Technologies’ AI/ML/Data Science services and capabilities to new and existing Government clients

Requirements:

• A four-year degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical domain
• Ten or more years of professional experience in R&D Leadership
• Past performance as a Principal Investigator on fast-paced, innovation-driven, advanced technology R&D projects for Government clients
• Proven track record of capturing Government R&D contracts/programs
• DoD and/or IC domain experience and knowledge

Nice to have:

• An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related technical domain
• Experience as a Principal Investigator for a DARPA program
• Experience serving as a line manager for a team of scientists and engineers
• Academic and/or industry publications in relevant fields
• Experience with agile software development practices
• Experience developing AI/ML solutions and products
• Experience leading teams in a rapid prototype environment demonstrating scalable architectures
• Proven experience leading a rapidly growing team
• An active security clearance

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Two Six Technologies Covid-19 Vaccination Policy requires employees to be fully vaccinated. Exceptions to this policy are only granted to those with a company-approved medical or religious accommodation.  Prospective or new employees will be required to adhere to this policy and submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment.   

If you are interested in applying for employment with Two Six Technologies and require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at Two Six Technologies by sending an email to hr@twosixtech.com.  Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

EOE, including disability/vets.