AI Software Architect

Location: Rockville MD
Travel: Possibly across US
Job Type: Full Time
Required Clearance: Ability to obtain Public Trust
Required Education: Bachelors Degree in IT Computer Science or a related field is preferred
Required Experience: 10 years of relevant experience
Degrees may be substituted for years of experience: 8 years of experience

Description

PingWind is seeking an AI Software Architect with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to join the PingWind team supporting Agency for Healthcare Research and Qualitys (AHRQ) Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning strategy in Rockville MD. As an AI Software Architect you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include providing application and feature development leadership coordinating with developers developing reusable code to enable rapid development and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software to our stakeholders and users.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and standards for the teams AI / ML implementation
Derive and update Interface Specifications for both inputs and outputs
Perform design reviews with development teams
Provide application and feature development leadership working with the Technical PM and the technical team to plan projects for the team
Coordinate and lead Developers and DBAs during development enhancement and ongoing maintenance of enterprise applications
Participate in Agile scrum ceremonies to facilitate development and hold team accountable to product roadmap
Collaborate with stakeholders and users in requirement development and BPR activities
Develop reusable code to enable rapid development
Support effective continuous integration pipelines
Write clean efficient and scalable code following best practices
Debug troubleshoot and optimize application performance
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards
Design and Implement security and data protection measures
Document technical specifications and development processes
Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends
Provide cross training and mentorship for developers on industry standards and best practices

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in IT Computer Science or a related field
10 years of relevant experience
Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineering
Generative AI and large language models
AI solution architecture and systems engineering
AI/ML prototyping testing evaluation performance assessment and monitoring
Integration and deployment of AI/ML capabilities within approved cloud application and infrastructure environments
Responsible AI information security privacy documentation and technical risk management
Experience implementing AI solutions
10 years of full-lifecycle application development lead experience
10 years of experience using Agile/Lean methodologies continuous deployment automated testing and DevSecOps
Experience in or knowledge of developing systems utilizing Cloud-native designs
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Present proposals to senior government officials in a clear and compelling way
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java Python JavaScript C/C or others
Experience applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Knowledge of database systems and cloud platforms
Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Ability to work independently manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software

About Pingwind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity development IT infrastructure supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia.


Our benefits include:

Eleven Federal Holidays
Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
Parental Leave
Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
Dental and Vision Insurance
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
Continuing education assistance
Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
Medical Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
529 College Savings Plan
Legal Insurance
Pet Insurance

Salary Range

$122k-$170K

The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities education certifications experience as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data or other applicable laws.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities terms and conditions of employment or practices on the basis of race age gender religious or political beliefs national origin or heritage disability sexual orientation or any characteristic protected by law.