Remote AI/ML Tech Lead

Description:

• The AI/ML Tech Lead will guide a multidisciplinary team of AI/ML engineers, data engineers, and software developers to design, deploy, and operationalize AI-driven solutions for federal clients.
• This role involves leading AI strategy and technical vision for government AI/ML implementations.
• The Tech Lead will architect scalable, secure, and explainable AI solutions that meet federal standards.
• Collaboration with data scientists, engineers, and policy experts is essential to integrate AI with existing IT ecosystems.
• The position requires ensuring compliance with federal AI policies, ethical guidelines, and cybersecurity mandates.
• Advocating for MLOps best practices, including model monitoring, retraining, and governance, is a key responsibility.
• Engaging with clients to translate mission needs into AI-driven capabilities is expected.
• The Tech Lead will stay ahead of AI advancements and advise leadership on emerging trends.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have experience in machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, or related AI fields.
• A background in leading technical teams and AI project implementations is required.
• Experience deploying AI models in cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, GCP), on-premises, or hybrid setups is necessary.
• Understanding of MLOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, model monitoring, and automated retraining is essential.
• Knowledge of AI ethics, bias mitigation, and explainability techniques is required.
• Familiarity with federal AI regulations and frameworks (e.g., Executive Order on AI, NIST AI RMF) is expected.
• Knowledge of FISMA, FedRAMP, or other relevant security standards is necessary.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar is required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders are essential.

Benefits:

• Employees receive fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• The position offers 15 days of paid leave and 7 days of sick leave.
• There are 2 days of bereavement leave and 11 paid Federal holidays.
• Up to 40 hours are provided for jury duty.
• A 401K plan with a 4% employer contribution and no vesting period is included.
• Up to 4 weeks of paid paternity and maternity leave is offered.
• A company-provided laptop is included in the benefits.
• Employees receive $5,000 per year for professional development and $600 per year for technical supplies and equipment.
• A $2,000 referral bonus is available.
• Life and disability insurance, as well as HSA and FSA options, are provided.
• Legal Shield and ID Shield Voluntary Benefits are also available.
• The opportunity to work in a collaborative, motivated team focused on modernizing government services with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions is a key benefit.