Looking for W-2 CANDIDATES ONLY who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. H-1B Transfers AND CORP-TO-CORP Candidates WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED for this position

Job Title: AI Engineer Senior Location: Reston, VA/Hybrid Duration: 6+ Months ( with possible extension)

Job Description: Performs complex analysis, design, development, automated unit and integration testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, codes, tests, develops, and documents application programs for computer systems. Works with end-users and project stakeholders to define system scope and objectives. Manages modifications to and maintenance of operational programs and procedures. Leads stakeholder and product owner meetings to define software requirements and creates highly complex systems. Acts as a mentor to junior engineers

Required Skills: 3+ years of experience building production-level AI or ML systems, including LLMs, agents, or complex automation frameworks 3+ years of experience with Python and Python tools, including Pandas or NumPy Experience with Large Language Models ( LLMs), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Reinforcement Learning (RL) Good understanding and experience working with Natural Language Processing (NLP) Experience with tools and AI agent frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangGraph, or LangChain Experience in resolving workflow problems through automation optimization Experience in connecting Agents to APIs, Cloud platforms, or databases Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance Experience with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), such as DevSecOps Experience with Cloud Service Providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) Experience with developing REST services with Java and Spring Boot Experience with the administration of continuous integration and continuous deployment ( CI / CD ) pipelines using Kubernetes, Docker, or Jenkins. Preferred experience working with GitHub and other collaborative development platforms

Essential functions: 25% Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and implementation of multiple applications. 25% Identifies gaps in requirements and solves problems for the supporting staff. 25% Supports the Project Manager as the technical team lead on the project. 25% Leads software design and development teams.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Information Technology or Computer Science

Experience: 8 years Software design and development, software test and evaluation, software requirements management

In Lieu of Education In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.