AI Developer

Description

This is a hands-on development role focused on building and integrating AI/ML capabilities into development and testing workflows in secure environments.

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and AI applications using Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow, and LLM integration frameworks.
• Build and optimize AI-powered tools for automated testing, code generation, and intelligent data processing.
• Integrate approved Large Language Models (LLMs) into development pipelines, including prompt engineering, RAG implementations, and fine-tuning where needed.
• Collaborate on AWS infrastructure (SageMaker, Bedrock) for model training and inference in secure environments.
• Perform code reviews, document technical processes, and ensure full compliance with DoD security standards (IL5/IL6).
• Support rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept development for AI-enhanced software development and testing workflows.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in AI/ML development (Python, TensorFlow or PyTorch, NLP/LLMs).
• Proven experience working in secure, DoD-compliant environments (FedRAMP, GovCloud, IL5/IL6, or similar).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Experience with DoW-approved LLMs or platforms such as AWS Bedrock GovCloud or SAGE, Open AI or xAI are highly desired.
• Knowledge of automated testing tools (e.g., Mabl, Applitools) or AI-augmented testing is a plus.
• Background in defense or government AI/software projects is strongly preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• US Citizenship required. An active Secret clearance (or higher) will be required if converted to full time employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.