Software Engineer Subject Matter Expert / AI & Machine Learning Engineer (On-Call)
Staffed4U•Chantilly, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The selected candidate will serve as a senior technical authority providing on-call support for the design, development, integration, and maintenance of advanced software, artificial intelligence, and machine learning solutions within a secure mission environment. This role requires extensive expertise in software engineering, systems analysis, cloud technologies, and AI/ML methodologies supporting complex operational and technical requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of sixteen (16) years of relevant experience; OR Twenty-one (21) years of related professional experience in lieu of a degree
- Minimum of sixteen (16) years of software engineering, artificial intelligence, or machine learning experience
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
- Demonstrated experience leading complex technical and operational initiatives
- Ability to provide technical support in an on-call or surge support capacity
- Expert knowledge of software engineering principles, artificial intelligence, machine learning, programming, and systems analysis
- Experience developing applications in cloud and enterprise environments
- Ability to analyze user requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions
- Experience with software testing, debugging, and performance optimization
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lead technical teams and collaborate across multidisciplinary environments
- Ability to respond effectively to dynamic operational requirements in an on-call capacity
Nice To Haves
- Experience or familiarity with one or more of the following technologies or tools is desirable: Programming languages and software development frameworks
- Web application development technologies including HTML, JavaScript, Apache Struts, and Ruby on Rails
- Software testing, usability testing, and defect tracking tools including Mercury Interactive LoadRunner
- Source code editors and software development environments
- Desktop computing systems, high-end servers, and application server technologies
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise software and AI/ML systems
- Analyze software and system requirements to develop technical solutions supporting operational objectives
- Evaluate and improve software performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability
- Develop system specifications, technical documentation, and implementation plans
- Coordinate with engineers, analysts, developers, and stakeholders to support system integration and deployment
- Modify and enhance existing software applications to improve functionality and resolve technical issues
- Analyze interfaces between hardware and software systems and define performance requirements
- Support installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of software systems and applications
- Develop and maintain applications within cloud-based environments, including modernization of legacy systems
- Estimate software development schedules, technical risks, and resource requirements
- Apply analytical, mathematical, and engineering methods to evaluate system performance and software outcomes
- Lead AI and machine learning initiatives including model development, data analysis, automation, and predictive analytics
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineering and development teams
- Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of highly complex technical issues
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off
- Hybrid Work Environment
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Professional Development and Continuing Education
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Career Level
Senior
