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Full-Time

Senior Machine Learning Engineer

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Govini

Govini

51-200 employees

Data analytics for government decision-making

Data & Analytics
Government & Public Sector
Defense

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

This role is a full-time position located out of our office in Pittsburgh, PA.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
Data Structures & Algorithms
SQL
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • US Citizenship is Required
  • Advanced degree, or bachelor’s with at least 3 years of experience, in Data Science, Machine Learning or a related field
  • Minimum 3 years experience with hands-on development of NLP models
  • In-depth understanding of NLP methods for text representation, semantic extraction techniques, data structures, and modeling
  • Practical experience in building, developing, and productionizing both supervised and unsupervised machine learning models
  • Advanced software skills in Python
  • Advanced ability in forming SQL queries
  • A strong desire to learn, investigate, and implement cutting-edge technologies
  • Ability to work collaboratively throughout the design process.
Responsibilities
  • Inform and implement the design and development of NLP applications to enhance the intelligence and efficiency of our data analytics software-as-a-service platform
  • Review, verify, and aggregate the most appropriate annotated datasets for the best-supervised learning methods
  • Ability to work with taxonomy experts to create and validate dataset annotation
  • Use well-formed and effective text representation to change and adapt natural language documents into user-friendly features
  • Implement the latest technology to improve user search functionality as well as integrate state of the art LLM models into our Ark.ai platform to enhance user experience.
  • Develop new algorithms and modeling techniques and conduct sound experiments to verify model results and integrate models into the live production system
  • Establish meaningful criteria for evaluating algorithm performance and suitabilityImplement working, scalable, production-ready models and code
  • Keep up to date with Machine Learning best practices and evolving open-source frameworks
  • Regularly seek out innovation and continuous improvement, finding efficiency in all assigned tasks
  • Collaborate closely with fellow taxonomists, software engineers, data scientists, data engineers, and QA engineers

Govini specializes in data science to enhance government operations, particularly for national security clients like the Department of Defense (DoD). The company provides data-driven insights and analytics that help government agencies make informed decisions. By using advanced data science techniques, Govini offers transparency into government activities and the markets they operate in, allowing clients to focus on innovation and strategic planning. Their services include analyzing the impact of events like the COVID-19 pandemic on defense strategies and providing insights into federal contracting processes. Govini differentiates itself by its deep focus on national security and its ability to deliver clear, actionable insights that aid in decision-making. The goal of Govini is to empower government agencies to connect their execution with long-term strategies and improve their performance.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$26.3M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

33%

2 year growth

98%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 underscores Govini's rapid growth and strong market position.
  • The introduction of the National Security Scorecard and the Govini Certification Program demonstrates the company's innovative approach to addressing critical national security challenges.
  • High-profile hires like Peter Modigliani and Jeff (JD) Jack signal Govini's commitment to strengthening its leadership team and driving future growth.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on national security clients could limit Govini's market opportunities outside this niche.
  • Dependence on government contracts makes Govini vulnerable to changes in federal spending priorities and budget cuts.

What makes Govini unique

  • Govini's exclusive focus on national security clients like the DoD sets it apart from other data analytics firms that serve a broader range of industries.
  • The launch of Ark.ai, a commercial data platform specifically for national security, highlights Govini's commitment to specialized, high-impact solutions.
  • Govini's deep insights into federal contracting vehicles like OTAs provide unique value to government agencies navigating complex acquisition processes.

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