Skyline Scientific Inc
Software Developer/Machine Learning/Algorithm Developer On-Site (Springfield, VA
Skyline Scientific Inc, Springfield, Virginia, us, 22161
JOB TITLE/TYPE:
Software Developer/Machine Learning/Algorithm Developer/ On-Site
PAY RANGE:
$110,000.00 - $190,000.00
JOB SUMMARY
Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract?
Are you tired of big-box defense contractors where your contributions get lost in layers of bureaucracy? At Skyline Scientific, your skills will shape the future. At Skyline Scientific, we develop custom, high-impact software solutions for the intelligence and defense communities. Our engineers build mission-critical tools, combining advanced software development, high-performance computing, and AI-driven analytics to solve real-world remote sensing, OPIR, and dynamic sensor challenges. We offer top-tier benefits, an entrepreneurial culture, and a tight-knit team of experts who are passionate about their craft. If you're looking for real engineering challenges, supportive leadership, and the ability to make a direct impact, this is the place for you. This job opportunity is around Springfield, VA, and entails direct support to clients at Wright-Patterson AFB. Join us to witness how your technical skills can directly impact our industry.
Why Skyline Scientific? Mission-Focused Work:
We solve hard problems in
remote sensing, AI-enhanced analytics, and sensor fusion -our work
directly impacts national security. Industry-Leading Benefits:
15% 401(k) match (no contribution required), and employer-paid healthcare -one of the best packages in the industry. Custom Solutions, Not Cookie-Cutter Code:
We build
AI-enhanced software
for
electro-optical, infrared, OPIR, SAR, and dynamic sensor applications. High-Performing Team:
Collaborate with
AI/ML experts, algorithm engineers, and sensor specialists
to develop
cutting-edge software . Opportunities to Innovate:
Our engineers don't just write code-they
research, design, and deploy groundbreaking AI/ML and sensing algorithms . JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop
custom, high-performance software solutions
for remote sensing and AI-enhanced analytics applications. Implement
AI/ML-driven analytics , including
LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and NLP models
to improve science-based reporting and automation. Design, test, and optimize
signal processing, image processing, and remote sensing algorithms . Perform
analytics research
on
EO/IR, OPIR, SAR, LIDAR, and dynamic sensor data . Train and fine-tune
deep learning models (PyTorch, TensorFlow) for object detection, classification, and feature extraction . Integrate
AI-enhanced tools
into operational workflows for
automated technical reporting, trend analysis, and sensor data analytics . Develop
deployable software tools
in
C/C++ and Python , ensuring real-world usability. Optimize
algorithm performance based on well-defined metrics . Collaborate with analysts and engineers to integrate
software solutions into operational workflows . Deliver technical briefings, white papers, and presentations on AI, algorithm performance, and data analytics results. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, image science, electrical engineering, or related fields and at least 5 years of experience Strong understanding of
first-principles physics
and its application to real-world problems. Experience in
AI/ML development , particularly in text analysis, data extraction, or automated reporting. Ability to develop and implement algorithms for
remote sensing, signal processing,
i mage processing ,
or sensor analytics. Experience with remote sensing, image processing, and/or digital signal processing Experience in testing and integrating algorithms into a deployable software package Collaborate with analysts and engineers to integrate software solutions into operational workflows. Ensure software security and compliance with IC requirements. Proficiency in
C/C++ and Python
for software development and data analysis. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with
geospatial intelligence (GEOINT), signals intelligence (SIGINT), or electronic warfare (EW). Familiarity with
deep learning frameworks
(TensorFlow, PyTorch) for NLP and data analysis. Experience in
customizing large language models (LLMs) using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and other techniques
to reduce errors in science-based reporting, or a strong desire to learn.. Experience with cloud-based architectures and
big data processing frameworks. Mid-Level
B.S. degree in STEM
5 - 7 years' software development or algorithm development for a sensing system
Background/knowledge in remote sensing systems and programming languages
Compensation Range: $110,000 - $140,000
Senior-Level
B.S. degree in STEM
Greater than 10 years' software development or algorithm development for sensing systems
Background/knowledge in remote sensing systems, phenomenology, and sensors, the National Space, Satellite, and Sensors
Compensation Range: $150,000 - $190,000
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI with poly Master's degree in computer engineering, Image Science, Electrical Engineering, or in related fields, and 5 years of experience Experience integrating RADAR, LIDAR, and SAR algorithms into pre-existing software suites Expertise with Git products BENEFITS:
Attractive Salary Paid Time Off (PTO): 25 days Medical, Dental & Vision: Employer-Paid Disability & Life Insurance Coverage 401k:15% Employer Match (no contribution required) Profit Sharing Options Compressed Workweek Options Annual Performance Bonus Referral & Incentive Bonus Opportunities Professional Development & Education Assistance Relocation Assistance Options
Join Skyline Scientific-Where Innovation Meets Mission.
This isn't a role where you'll
sit idle on a contract -it's an opportunity to
design, develop, and deploy advanced software and AI-driven solutions that impact national security.
If you're looking for a position where your
expertise is valued, your work makes a difference, and you're surrounded by top-tier talent ,
apply today.
Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected.
Salary Description
$110,000.00 - $190,000.00
Software Developer/Machine Learning/Algorithm Developer/ On-Site
PAY RANGE:
$110,000.00 - $190,000.00
JOB SUMMARY
Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract?
Are you tired of big-box defense contractors where your contributions get lost in layers of bureaucracy? At Skyline Scientific, your skills will shape the future. At Skyline Scientific, we develop custom, high-impact software solutions for the intelligence and defense communities. Our engineers build mission-critical tools, combining advanced software development, high-performance computing, and AI-driven analytics to solve real-world remote sensing, OPIR, and dynamic sensor challenges. We offer top-tier benefits, an entrepreneurial culture, and a tight-knit team of experts who are passionate about their craft. If you're looking for real engineering challenges, supportive leadership, and the ability to make a direct impact, this is the place for you. This job opportunity is around Springfield, VA, and entails direct support to clients at Wright-Patterson AFB. Join us to witness how your technical skills can directly impact our industry.
Why Skyline Scientific? Mission-Focused Work:
We solve hard problems in
remote sensing, AI-enhanced analytics, and sensor fusion -our work
directly impacts national security. Industry-Leading Benefits:
15% 401(k) match (no contribution required), and employer-paid healthcare -one of the best packages in the industry. Custom Solutions, Not Cookie-Cutter Code:
We build
AI-enhanced software
for
electro-optical, infrared, OPIR, SAR, and dynamic sensor applications. High-Performing Team:
Collaborate with
AI/ML experts, algorithm engineers, and sensor specialists
to develop
cutting-edge software . Opportunities to Innovate:
Our engineers don't just write code-they
research, design, and deploy groundbreaking AI/ML and sensing algorithms . JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop
custom, high-performance software solutions
for remote sensing and AI-enhanced analytics applications. Implement
AI/ML-driven analytics , including
LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and NLP models
to improve science-based reporting and automation. Design, test, and optimize
signal processing, image processing, and remote sensing algorithms . Perform
analytics research
on
EO/IR, OPIR, SAR, LIDAR, and dynamic sensor data . Train and fine-tune
deep learning models (PyTorch, TensorFlow) for object detection, classification, and feature extraction . Integrate
AI-enhanced tools
into operational workflows for
automated technical reporting, trend analysis, and sensor data analytics . Develop
deployable software tools
in
C/C++ and Python , ensuring real-world usability. Optimize
algorithm performance based on well-defined metrics . Collaborate with analysts and engineers to integrate
software solutions into operational workflows . Deliver technical briefings, white papers, and presentations on AI, algorithm performance, and data analytics results. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, image science, electrical engineering, or related fields and at least 5 years of experience Strong understanding of
first-principles physics
and its application to real-world problems. Experience in
AI/ML development , particularly in text analysis, data extraction, or automated reporting. Ability to develop and implement algorithms for
remote sensing, signal processing,
i mage processing ,
or sensor analytics. Experience with remote sensing, image processing, and/or digital signal processing Experience in testing and integrating algorithms into a deployable software package Collaborate with analysts and engineers to integrate software solutions into operational workflows. Ensure software security and compliance with IC requirements. Proficiency in
C/C++ and Python
for software development and data analysis. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with
geospatial intelligence (GEOINT), signals intelligence (SIGINT), or electronic warfare (EW). Familiarity with
deep learning frameworks
(TensorFlow, PyTorch) for NLP and data analysis. Experience in
customizing large language models (LLMs) using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and other techniques
to reduce errors in science-based reporting, or a strong desire to learn.. Experience with cloud-based architectures and
big data processing frameworks. Mid-Level
B.S. degree in STEM
5 - 7 years' software development or algorithm development for a sensing system
Background/knowledge in remote sensing systems and programming languages
Compensation Range: $110,000 - $140,000
Senior-Level
B.S. degree in STEM
Greater than 10 years' software development or algorithm development for sensing systems
Background/knowledge in remote sensing systems, phenomenology, and sensors, the National Space, Satellite, and Sensors
Compensation Range: $150,000 - $190,000
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI with poly Master's degree in computer engineering, Image Science, Electrical Engineering, or in related fields, and 5 years of experience Experience integrating RADAR, LIDAR, and SAR algorithms into pre-existing software suites Expertise with Git products BENEFITS:
Attractive Salary Paid Time Off (PTO): 25 days Medical, Dental & Vision: Employer-Paid Disability & Life Insurance Coverage 401k:15% Employer Match (no contribution required) Profit Sharing Options Compressed Workweek Options Annual Performance Bonus Referral & Incentive Bonus Opportunities Professional Development & Education Assistance Relocation Assistance Options
Join Skyline Scientific-Where Innovation Meets Mission.
This isn't a role where you'll
sit idle on a contract -it's an opportunity to
design, develop, and deploy advanced software and AI-driven solutions that impact national security.
If you're looking for a position where your
expertise is valued, your work makes a difference, and you're surrounded by top-tier talent ,
apply today.
Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected.
Salary Description
$110,000.00 - $190,000.00