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Careers at Discovery Machine Inc.
We always are looking for bright, motivated and highly qualified candidates, both experienced and entry level.
If you believe you would enjoy the intensity and camaraderie of a small but leading-edge company, we invite you to spend some time visiting our website, and then submit your cover letter and resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or send it to:
Discovery Machine, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources,
454 Pine Street, Suite 1A
Williamsport, PA 17701.
Discovery Machine is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Current Job Postings
SOFTWARE ENGINEER AND SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
We currently have several full time positions for a software engineers who have interests in artificial intelligence and intelligent systems. We currently are experiencing dramatic growth with several long term government simulation and commercial immersive game projects that require our artificial intelligence technology. Artificial intelligence has made numerous advances in the last few years. AI will be the next big technology wave and Discovery Machine is positioned to be a leader.
A few of our projects include design and deployment of:
- Intelligent behaviors for controlling entities within Navy modeling and simulation environments
- Systems for the capture of intelligence for virtual characters within immersive games
- Intelligence for aiding in pharmaceutical lead development
Position responsibilities will include:
- Working as part of an experienced team of software developers, knowledge engineers, and subject matter experts to develop and deliver artificial intelligence systems for government and commercial customers
- Communicating with customers and experts in a range of disciplines
- Learning new domain specific systems and gaming systems
We are looking for energetic, highly-motivated individuals, who are self-starters, team-oriented, and committed to writing high quality software. Applicants should appreciate the diverse responsibilities involved in working for a small company. Candidates will apply software engineering methodologies to analyze, design, implement, test, and document custom applications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
- We are looking for both junior and senior personnel, so candidates with 2 years or 10+ years of experience should apply
- Experience Java programming or object-oriented design and programming
- Proven technical writing and presentation skills
- B.S. in Computer Science or related area of study
- U.S. Citizenship
Preferred:
- Advanced degrees in Computer Science or related area of study
- Experience in the Unified Modeling Language (UML), applied Artificial Intelligence, and/or Lua scripting
- Interface Design Experience: Swing, GUI design, Human Computer Interaction
- Database Experience: Relational database, SQL, JDBC
- Experience in Linux, MS Windows, and Mac OS X
- Defense contractor or military experience
Other Desirable Experience:
XML, C++, install4j, RoboHelp, Subversion, JGo, Eclipse, Web Services, J2EE, ASP.NET, Google Web Toolkit, MS Visual Studio, Game development, HLA(High Level Architecture) or similar networking architectures
Williamsport is affordable, small city living at its best. Central Pennsylvania offers spectacular, mountainous terrain and beautiful, seasonal changes. Recently, Williamsport became the seventh fastest growing metropolitan area in the country in 2010, according to figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and your experience. DMI is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible work schedule with core hours. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Discovery Machine has leveraged internal investment and government R&D funding vehicles to develop its portfolio of products and service offerings. Discovery Machine has required no venture backing. DMI released the 6th version of our core product in the first quarter of 2011. DMI has received two awards from DARPA: DARPA Special Commendation and DARPA SBIR Success Story.
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KNOWLEDGE ENGINEER AND SENIOR KNOWLEDGE ENGINEER
Knowledge engineering is an engineering discipline that involves integrating knowledge into computer systems in order to solve complex problems normally requiring human expertise. Knowledge engineering refers to the building, maintaining and developing knowledge-based systems. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knowledge_engineering
Discovery Machine has several full time positions for knowledge engineers who have interests in artificial intelligence and intelligent systems. We are currently experiencing dramatic growth with several long term government contracts involving serious games for training that require our artificial intelligence technology. Artificial intelligence has made numerous advances in the last few years. AI will be the next big technology wave and Discovery Machine is positioned to be a leader.
KNOWLEDGE ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES
Various activities of a knowledge engineer include:
- Lead knowledge capture sessions with subject matter experts (SMEs) to extract tacit knowledge for specific domains
- Structure tacit SME knowledge using specific knowledge representations
- Develop software models of structured SME knowledge using the Discovery Machine Modeler
- Operationalize software models into a deployable knowledge base
- Test and validate knowledge base
- Conduct training of customers in the DMI Knowledge Capture Methodology and use of the Modeler
- Develop outstanding relationships with subject matter experts and customers
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
- BS, MS, MBA, or equivalent technical degree in engineering, cognitive science or related field.
- Ability to understand abstract concepts and make concrete models that represent them.
- Experience in modeling and software development.
- Demonstration of problems solving skills and logical thinking.
- Ability to work in an entrepreneurial environment, multi-task, and be self-directed.
- Willingness and ability to travel across North America as required.
- U.S. Citizenship
Preferred: (for senior knowledge engineer)
- 5- 10 years hands-on experience in engineering, computer science or cognitive science
- Experience in military, financial or cyber-security domains.
- Software development experience in an object oriented language
- Ability to lead and defend a methodical approach to executing a project.
- Ability to organize and lead structured interviews.
Williamsport is affordable, small city living at its best. Central Pennsylvania offers spectacular, mountainous terrain and beautiful, seasonal changes. Recently, Williamsport became the seventh fastest growing metropolitan area in the country in 2010, according to figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. The community is alive with theatre, symphony, civic, and outdoors activities. Bucknell University, Lycoming College, and Pennsylvania College of Technology offer educational opportunities.
Candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and your experience. DMI is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible work schedule with core hours. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.



