Machine Learning Engineer
CostQuest Associates (CQA)
Who We Are
CostQuest Associates is a broadband consulting firm offering a variety of specialized consulting services, GIS data, and application products. Our team utilizes GIS (Geographic Information System) solutions to design, develop, and implement economic models, applications, and geographic data to support the broadband telecommunications ecosystem.
We are a small company with a large profile, in constant pursuit of new challenges to expand our competencies. Our customers range from Fortune 100 companies, such as AT&T and Comcast, to government departments at the Federal and State levels. While we are proud of our accomplishments, we define ourselves by the courage to always do what’s right and the resolve to leave no stone unturned.
CostQuest Associates is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with an office in Seattle, Washington, a presence in Washington, D.C., and a network of experts across the US.
What We Do
CostQuest Associates services government clients and the broadband industry with services related to valuation, appraisal, public policy, engineering cost, and business planning. We excel in custom broadband telecommunication economics work and the creation of niche datasets and applications that enable companies and regulators to make effective, informed decisions, and allocate their capital more efficiently.
Clients such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the US Department of Commerce have relied on our expertise to inform policy and regulatory decisions. In addition, our valuation and appraisal services support the tax and merger and acquisition initiatives for large services providers and other providers of broadband services.
Position Description
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Machine Learning Engineer Intern to join our team. This role is ideal for someone early in their career with a strong desire to learn about machine learning, artificial intelligence, research, and development. If you are excited to take on new projects, work collaboratively, recognize nuances and patterns, and enjoy working with Python, this position is for you.
Position Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and training of machine learning models using supervised, unsupervised, and semi-supervised learning techniques.
- Label and preprocess data for machine learning models.
- Develop methods to enhance model accuracy and performance.
- Write and optimize code for machine learning algorithms, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
- Participate in the deployment of machine learning models into production environments, including integration with existing systems.
- Document machine learning processes, including data preparation, model development, and evaluation results.
- Collaborate with senior team members to explore and experiment with new machine learning techniques and algorithms to address unique and complex problems.
Required Skills:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in Python, including experience with PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- Familiarity with implementing machine learning algorithms (this can be a school or personal project).
- Strong desire to learn.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with computer vision or graph neural networks is a plus.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Office Location: - Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) to
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
CostQuest is an Equal Opportunity 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 and will not be discriminated against on any protected basis.
If you have a disability and need assistance during the application and selection process as a result, please let us know. Arrangements can be made to provide an accommodation to assist you in applying for an open position using our online system or completing any other related paperwork, interviewing, or any portion of the employment process. Please contact Betsy Thrush at bthrush@costquest.com if you need an accommodation or other assistance.
