Applied A.I. / ML Engineer

About this role

Manifold seeks an Applied A.I. / ML Engineer to develop forecasting models that assist Department of Defense officers in making informed decisions based on complex data. The role focuses on building trust through explainable models while navigating challenges that arise from sparse data and evolving missions.

What you'll do

• Understand the mission and data needs.
• Identify and prepare relevant data sources.
• Test and evaluate different modeling approaches.
• Establish and monitor end-to-end ML systems.
• Ensure outputs are understandable and actionable.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for implementation.

What they're looking for

• ML fundamentals and models expertise
• Data wrangling capabilities
• Architecting end-to-end ML systems
• Explainability in ML outputs
• Strong communication skills
• Judgment under uncertainty
• Applied machine learning mindset
• Ability to recognize when simpler solutions are needed