AI Software Architect

PingWind•Rockville, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PingWind is seeking an AI Software Architect with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to support the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) AI/ML strategy in Rockville, Maryland. The role provides technical leadership for the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products, including application and feature development, coordination with developers, reusable code development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
10 years of relevant experience.
Experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning engineering.
Experience with generative AI and large language models.
Experience in AI solution architecture and systems engineering.
Experience with AI/ML prototyping, testing, evaluation, performance assessment, and monitoring.
Experience integrating and deploying AI/ML capabilities within approved cloud, application, and infrastructure environments.
Knowledge of 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 using cloud-native designs.
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

Ability to present proposals clearly and compellingly to senior government officials.
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.
Commitment to delivering high-quality software.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and standards for the team’s AI/ML implementation.
Derive and update interface specifications for inputs and outputs.
Perform design reviews with development teams.
Provide application and feature development leadership and work with the Technical PM and technical team to plan projects.
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 the team accountable to the product roadmap.
Collaborate with stakeholders and users in requirements development and business process reengineering 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.