AI/Software Developer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Type of Requisition:
Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Data Science and Data Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Machine Learning (ML)
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Role Overview

We are seeking a mid-level AI / Software Developer to design, build, and integrate AI-enabled features into production applications. This role focuses on practical application of machine learning and large language models, alongside strong general software engineering fundamentals.

You will work closely with product, data, and operations teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions that solve real business problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications that incorporate AI or machine learning capabilities
• Integrate large language models (LLMs) and AI APIs into existing systems and workflows
• Build and optimize data pipelines to support AI-driven features
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Write clean, testable, and well-documented code
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions
• Support deployment, monitoring, and iterative improvement of AI-enabled systems

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience (or 5+ years without a degree)
• Proficiency in Python and at least one additional language (JavaScript, Java, or similar)
• Experience working with AI/ML concepts, such as model inference, embeddings, or prompt engineering
• Familiarity with REST APIs, data formats (JSON), and cloud-based services
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating or deploying LLMs (OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.)
• Familiarity with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• Exposure to containerization (Docker) and CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of data privacy, security, and responsible AI practices

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in data science and engineering at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your determination for solving complex data challenges.

The likely salary range for this position is $127,500 - $172,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Chantilly

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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