Job Title: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer
Location: Reston, Virginia (Hybrid)
Salary: DOE + full benefits
Clearance: Active Public Trust (or ability to obtain)

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated AI Engineer with a strong focus on OpenAI technologies to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AI models, multi-agent systems, and the ability to design, develop, and implement intelligent agents capable of autonomous problem-solving and decision-making. Your work will contribute to creating innovative AI-driven applications and solutions that integrate cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence, including GPT models, reinforcement learning, and natural language processing.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML development, with a focus on AI agents, multi-agent systems, or autonomous systems.
• Strong experience with OpenAI GPT models, APIs, and NLP technologies.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
• Hands-on experience with reinforcement learning, deep learning, or generative models.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or Java.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with large-scale model deployment in production environments.
• Knowledge of ethical AI development practices and responsible AI usage.
• Prior experience in developing conversational agents, virtual assistants, or autonomous systems.
• Understanding of multi-agent coordination and communication protocols.
• Passion for cutting-edge AI technologies and their applications.
• Experience working with federal clients or within the government sector is preferred.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
• Years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree

• Design and develop AI agents leveraging OpenAI’s GPT models and APIs to solve complex problems in real-world environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI agents into products, services, and tools.
• Implement and fine-tune natural language processing (NLP) capabilities for AI agents, improving their comprehension and interaction with users.
• Develop autonomous, multi-agent systems capable of communicating, learning, and collaborating to perform tasks and achieve goals.
• Create pipelines for training, fine-tuning, and deploying AI models on various platforms, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Research and integrate reinforcement learning techniques to improve agent performance and adaptability.
• Analyze, debug, and optimize AI agents for performance, robustness, and scalability.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in AI, ML, and NLP, particularly OpenAI’s technology stack.
• Contribute to creating best practices and documentation for the development and deployment of AI agents.