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Works on exciting, diverse, cutting-edge R&D projects in a wide range of fields including data-intelligence, generative AI, predictive maintenance, bioinformatics, GNSS, Software Defined Radio, and more.Job Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nDesigns and develops AI models to meet project requirements.\nAnalyzes and improves AI model performance.\nApplies ML and deep learning technologies to give computers the capability to visualize, learn, and respond to complex situations.\nCollaborates across departments and with customers to define requirements and understand business problems.\nSeeks out opportunities to learn new technical skills.\nReviews task-level requirements and assumptions and works to solve well-defined problems with guidance.\nMay perform independent and team based research with guidance.\nAsks for help when needed and seeks out resources for solving problems. 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Identifies areas for improvement and brings them to the attention of task or group leadership.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nSkills/Abilities\nExcellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.\nStrong ML/AI software development skills (Python, MATLAB, R, C++, JAVA) including software best practices like version control (git).\nTeam player.\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail.\nExcellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nEducation\nBachelor's degree in computer science, machine learning, statistics, mathematics, electrical engineering, computational biology, physics, or related field is required.\nExperience\n0-3 years machine learning or artificial intelligence or related experience is required.\nAdditional Job Description:\nExposure to GNSS and Software Defined Radio a plus\nApplicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret clearance is preferred.\nConnect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.\nJob Location - City:\nCambridgeJob Location - State:\nMassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:\n02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$62,500.00 - $140,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 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