AI Application Developer Full-time

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Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and client-oriented AI Application Developer to join our team in Herndon, VA. This is a Hybrid position.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain software solutions for AI/ML applications.
• Collaborate with data scientists and ML engineers to integrate machine learning models into production software systems.
• Work on the development and deployment of APIs and microservices to support machine learning models and data pipelines.
• Design and implement user-friendly front-end interfaces for data visualization and interaction with AI systems and ML models.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to maintain high-quality software standards.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline the development and deployment process.
• Stay current with advancements in machine learning and software engineering, incorporating best practices into the development process.
• Apply design thinking or other solution-based methods to solve problems consisting of various qualitative activities that support the generation of insightful, human-centered and impactful design solutions.
• Perform knowledge elicitation from client of business problem details and incorporate that knowledge into algorithms, models, and approaches in client solutions.
• Identify AI and data science challenges in non-AI projects to enhance the projects’ capabilities.
• Translate machine learning application related technical requirements to agile tasks prioritized according to the goals and requirements of the client.
• Perform solution development through whiteboarding sessions with clients, partners, and coworkers.
• Contribute to solutions with software engineering and algorithms using and integrating machine learning, or other technical challenges related to machine learning and AI application development.
• Communicate findings to diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders and engage client to distill complex technical language.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, and 10+ years of experience in software development OR a Master’s degree and 8+ years of experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with software development frameworks and tools
• Strong understanding of AI and machine learning principles and how these affect overall AI-based software solutions
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with front-end development using frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience in implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including client-facing discussions and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong experience developing applications that centrally integrate AI/ML.
• Advanced experience with AI and machine learning model integration and optimization.
• Experience with MLOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment of ML models.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including communicating information to a senior executive audience.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have current/active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time
• Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a computer
• The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and clients, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

The projected compensation range for this position is $155,200-$257,900. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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