AI/ML Researcher

Posted: Tuesday, 05 August 2025
Valid Thru: Thursday, 04 September 2025
Index Requested on: 08/05/2025 01:43:54
Indexed on: 08/05/2025 01:43:54

Location: San Antonio, TX, 78201, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 19-0000.00 - Life, Physical and Social Science
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

QTC Management, Inc. is hiring!

Description:

Do you crave a career that truly makes an impact in people’s lives? Do you thrive on problem-solving and finding solutions? Join a dedicated, tight-knit team that creates an immediate and meaningful impact every day.

Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a mid-level AI/ML Scientist to join our fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and demonstrate a strong operational mindset. You will work on rapid prototyping as well as longer-term AI/ML initiatives, particularly involving large language models (LLMs) and transformer-based architecture.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop, and deploy scalable AI/ML models, using both classic machine learning approach and transformer-based architectures and LLMs
  • Design and implement evaluation metrics that align with business objectives and deliver measurable impact
  • Mentor junior AI/ML researchers, providing guidance on best practices in model development, experimentation, and deployment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, test, and iterate on AI features and products
  • Rapidly prototype AI solutions and analytics to support evolving business needs and initiatives
  • Stay current with advancements in AI/ML research and leverage relevant findings to guide ongoing projects

Required Qualifications/Competencies:

  • BA degree in computer science, informatics, computational linguistics or other relevant areas with 5+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML solution development, esp. with transformer models and LLM (commercial and opensource) - OR - MA degree with 3+ years of hands-on experiments
  • Strong Python skills
  • Proficient in TensorFlow or PyTorch
  • Cloud experience (preferably AWS)
  • Experience in NLP, recommendation systems, or predictive analytics
  • Fast learner with a strong problem-solving mindset and commitment to delivery
  • Operationally focuses; experienced in developing models for production

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with healthcare/medical data
  • Hands-on experience with Agentic AI
  • Background in MLOps or production ML systems

About Leidos QTC Health Services

Leidos QTC Health Services collaborates closely with government and non-government customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. We specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually. Visit www.qtcm.com for more information.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

This role may fall under the Service Contract Act (SCA), a federal law which provides for a U.S. Department of Labor-prescribed minimum prevailing rate of pay and certain benefit levels. Where appropriate, Company-provided benefit plans such as comprehensive leave, holiday, medical, dental, life, accident, disability coverages, retirement plan contributions, and other health and welfare benefits and payments are utilized to meet these obligations.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos QTC Health Services will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.


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Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Scientist

Benefits:

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