JOIN OUR TALENTED TEAM AT PROTAGONIST

We fuse rigorous, methodologically sound analysis with our cutting-edge technology platform, Narrative Analytics®. This powerful combination enables us to quantitatively analyze open-source media, deliver strategic recommendations, and craft executive-level communication strategies for clients with missions that matter.

WHAT WE DO

• Innovative Solutions: We co-develop cutting-edge solutions with our clients to address tough communication problems and capitalize on opportunities to make a tangible impact.
• Data-Driven Insights: Our tools and methodologies provide actionable insights that help clients meet their communication objectives and stay ahead of global challenges.
• Applied Expertise: We integrate our solutions within client organizations, leveraging our profound expertise to address critical issues and ensure sustainable success.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work on US Government contracts that may prohibit or restrict the use of foreign nationals
• Must be eligible to obtain a US Government security clearance
• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of work experience or advanced degree with 5+ years of work experience in software engineering experience, with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership role
• 5+ years of experience with Python development in production environments
• 4+ years of experience with modern web application development (React, TypeScript)
• Extensive experience with AWS cloud services; AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Developer preferred
• Strong practical experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Experience with PostgreSQL or similar SQL database systems
• Proven track record of leading technical initiatives and mentoring junior engineers
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) is a plus
• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) technologies and techniques is highly desirable
• Experience with Elasticsearch or similar search and analytics engines
• Strong track record of successful collaboration with Data Scientists to operationalize models and insights
• Solid understanding of security best practices, particularly in the context of government contracts
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development processes