Key Responsibilities
Independently develop and optimize ML models, pipelines, and platform components.
Build RAG architectures and high-performing inference systems.
Create scalable infrastructure to support training, experimentation, and deployment.
Lead integration of AI/ML models into production systems.
Conduct advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning.
Collaborate with stakeholders to accelerate mission-driven insights.
Required Skills
Deep experience building LLM-based systems and RAG architectures.
Strong proficiency in MLOps tools (e.g. MLFlow, Kubeflow, Airflow).
Advanced scripting (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Rust).
Expertise deploying models on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Ability to work independently with broad responsibilities.
Desired Skills
Experience with scientific datasets or multi-domain research workflows.
Familiarity with AWS Bedrock, Databricks, vector databases or comparable technologies.
Strong foundation in prompt engineering or AI agents.
Experience working with federal clients.
Clearance Requirements: Secret or TS/SCI eligible
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering, mathematics, or related field.
3+ years AI/ML professional experience.
Intermediate certifications (CCSP, CFR, FITSP-M, GSEC, Security+, SSCP) or advanced certifications (SecurityX / CASP+, GCSA, GSLC, CISSP).
Work Location: National Capital Region
On client site with potential for hybrid telework
Internal Salary Guidance: 115k+ to align with experience and education
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.
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