Data Science & AI Engineers & Developers – Onsite at NATO ACT Norfolk
Location:
HQ Supreme Allied Command Transformation (HQ SACT), Norfolk, VA
Position Type:
Full-time, Onsite
Clearance Requirement:
Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance
Role Overview
Ironclad Defense Works (IDW) is seeking top-tier Data Scientists, AI Engineers, and Software Developers to join NATO’s Data Science & AI Branch at ACT in Norfolk, VA. These positions offer a chance to design, build, and deploy advanced AI, machine learning, and software solutions that directly enhance NATO’s warfare development, experimentation, and decision-support capabilities.This joint posting covers multiple labor categories, ranging from AI enablement & outreach to full-stack and senior software development.
Together, they form the core of NATO’s innovation in data-driven transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Data Scientist / AI Engineer – Enablement & Outreach
- Provide outreach, enablement, and training for NATO staff on data science & AI tools.
- Develop awareness materials, workshops, and demonstrations to promote AI adoption.
- Support collaboration across NATO stakeholders and partner nations.
Data Scientist / AI Engineer
- Design, build, and train machine learning models for NATO datasets.
- Conduct research and develop prototypes for decision support and operational insights.
- Integrate AI/ML into NATO experimentation, exercises, and wargaming.
Full-Stack Developer
- Develop scalable applications supporting NATO’s AI/DS workflows.
- Build APIs, front-end dashboards, and secure data pipelines.
- Collaborate with data scientists to operationalize AI/ML solutions.
Senior Software Developer
- Provide advanced coding and systems engineering expertise.
- Lead software design and architecture for NATO AI/DS platforms.
- Ensure code quality, performance, and integration with NATO networks and systems.
Required Qualifications
- University degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, Engineering, or related field.
- Hands-on experience in AI/ML, data science, software engineering, or full-stack development depending on category.
- Demonstrated experience working in multinational, defense, or research organizations.
- Proficiency with modern programming languages (Python, R, Java, C++), data visualization tools, and cloud/virtualization environments.
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
- Citizenship of a NATO member nation.
- Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) clearance
Desired Skills
- Familiarity with Agile/DevSecOps methodologies.
- Experience with big data analytics, edge AI, or federated learning.
- Track record of deploying AI/ML in real-world mission or enterprise environments.
- Knowledge of NATO structures, experimentation processes, and operational decision-making.
Application Instructions
Apply directly through the posted job ad and link.Candidates may also send a cover letter and NATO-format forward résumé, highlighting NATO-related experience, to:📧
[email protected]
