AI Engineer

Job Family:
Data Science & Analysis

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and deploy advanced AI/ML solutions using Google Vertex AI and Gemini models.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using tools like Terraform and CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub actions.
• Build and optimize generative AI and agentic AI systems for real-world applications in secure environments.
• Integrate AI solutions across multi-cloud platforms, including AWS SageMaker, Bedrock, and Azure OpenAI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define AI strategies, architectures, and deployment pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with security and privacy standards in all AI implementations.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

What You Will Need:

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "TOP SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "TOP SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is required
• Minimum FIVE (5) years of experience in AI/ML engineering, with a focus on generative AI and agent-based systems.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform services and infrastructure design.
• Deep hands-on experience with Google Cloud AI tools, including Vertex AI, AutoML, and Gemini APIs.
• Proficiency with AWS AI/ML services (e.g., SageMaker, Bedrock) and Azure AI (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services).
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
• Proven ability to work in secure, mission-critical environments.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master's degree
• Experience with LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, or multi-agent orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, CrewAI).
• Familiarity with MLOps tools and practices in secure cloud environments.
• Experience with monitoring tools and observability practices.
• Google Cloud certification (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect).
• Prior work supporting DoD, IC, or federal government AI initiatives.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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