This program requires US Citizenship or Green Card (Lawful Permanent Residents)
We are seeking a JR. AI/ML Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals supporting a Federal Government customer in Rosslyn, VA. The candidate must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance - US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), and must not have traveled outside the US for a combined total of 6 months or more in last 5 years. Must have resided in the US for the last 5 years

This position will allow for remote work throughout the US, however it is preferred that the selected individual lives within driving distance of Arlington VA so that they are able to come into the office if needed.

Position Description
• Technical understanding of the current AI offerings within Azure and how to integrate those services with existing or in-development solutions
• Identify opportunities to leverage and integrate OpenAI/ML technologies and capabilities into USPS OIG processes, products, or services
• Design, develop, evaluate, test, maintain, and monitor Azure AI/ML software programs and applications
• Work alongside solution architects during design sessions, pilots/POCs leveraging Azure AI Services and Azure OpenAI Services
• Support internal customers with Speech, Computer Vision, Text, Search, Azure Open AI so they can build their own AI products in the future
• Adhere to USPS OIG policies by identifying and mitigating safety and security considerations (bias, data privacy, etc.) when delivering or integrating technology or products that use or apply AI/ML
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate requirements into scalable AI solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with technical and non-technical team members
• Develops and submits change requests and track work to completion
• Produce process documentation in order to outline challenges, missteps and successes and refine processes going forward
• Using modern approaches for product and services delivery in an iterative and Agile manner

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Position Requirements:
Primary Requirements
• Microsoft Azure AI experience is a strong factor in a candidate consideration and candidates should highlight relevant experience in their resume.
• Experience with Cognitive Services, Search and Azure Open AI models
• Experience designing and implementing solutions in Azure
• Attention to detail and creating clarity when dealing with ambiguity
• Ability to work cross functionally in a constantly evolving and rapidly changing work environment
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of AI algorithms, techniques and technologies.
• Proficiency in coding languages such as Python, C++, Java, etc.
Secondary Requirements
• Experience in an Agile environment working with tools such as MS DevOps
• Self-starter who can quickly acclimate to a dynamic environment
• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize competing requirements
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience working in a government context or with government customers

Experience
• Three plus (3+) years of experience with data and analysis through use of predictive tools and automation
• Three plus (3+) years of experience in designing and developing AI software and system integration experience
Position Details:

• Pay Rate / Range: $35-$43.12

The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.

• Benefits (Regular, Full Time Employees):
  1. Medical, Dental, and Vision offerings
  2. Weekly Direct Deposit
  3. Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off
  4. 401(k) with match
  5. Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short / Long Term Disability, plus other voluntary coverages
  6. Pre-Paid Legal and Employee Assistance Programs
  7. Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership
  8. BB&T @ Work Program

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