Principal AI Scientist
Company: Altamira Technologies
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Altamira Technologies is seeking a Principal AI
Scientist that possesses a mix of talent related to artificial
intelligence / machine learning, data science, and traditional
algorithms. In response to emergent customer requirements, the
Principal AI Scientist leverages their understanding of national
security missions to develop innovative and viable solutions. They
create, lead, and educate technical proposal teams that effectively
communicate those solutions through white papers, presentations,
and proposals. Upon award, the Principal AI Scientists leads the
team to successful execution of the contract. The position may be
located in any of the following Altamira locations: McLean, VA;
Denver, CO; State College, PA; Warrenton, VA; or Augusta, GA. Must
be able to travel to McLean, VA; and Dayton, OH from your location
as required. This position is predominately in-office with options
for occasional remote/telework. Roles and Responsibilities: Design
and guide the implementation of AI/ML, data science, data fusion,
and data engineering techniques. Act as an internal subject-matter
expert for AI/ML, data science, statistics, and experimental
design. Coach and mentor colleagues to build technical competency
of the team. Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to
customers in proposals, written reports, and oral presentations.
Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in data science,
statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related field AND 5
years datascience and AI experience. OR master’s degree in data
science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related
field AND 2 years datascience and AI experience. OR doctoral degree
in data science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a
related field U.S. Citizenship Altamira is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We focus on
recruiting talented, self-motivated employees that find a way to
get things done. Join our team of experts as we engineer national
security!
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