AI-ML Data Engineer

Job Title: AI/ML Data Engineer - Developer
Clearance Required: Public Trust – Federal Client requires US Citizenship
Work Location: Remote

Alpha Omega is seeking an AI/ML Software Development Engineer for a Remote position on our Federal program in Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Stay up to date on the most current developments in the generative AI space.
• Deploy machine learning models and services on cloud platforms including AWS, Google, or Azure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, researchers, and other engineers, to integrate LLMs and RAG into broader projects.
• Manage large datasets, including data cleaning, preprocessing, and transformation.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines to ensure seamless data flow for model training and evaluation.
• Communicate technical concepts and project progress to non-technical stakeholders and team.
• Conduct experiments to fine-tune parameters and optimize model performance.
• Implement techniques to improve the efficiency and scalability of LLM and RAG systems.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in NLP, machine learning, and deep learning fields to inform project strategies.
• Monitor and maintain deployed models, ensuring reliability and performance benchmarks.
• Ensure code quality by following best practices in software development, including version control, testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Document code and maintain comprehensive technical documentation to support team knowledge sharing and project handovers.

Required Qualifications:

Education:            

• Bachelor’s degree – Master’s degree preferred.

Experience/Skills:

• Federal Client requires US Citizenship.
• 10+ years of experience delivering production ready , industrial strength code, and implementing CI/CD pipelines - Not looking for someone that only has theoretical or white/board design experience.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with libraries such as TensorFlow and PyTorch.
• Extensive experience with neural network architectures, particularly transformers, and NLP techniques.
• RAG and Data Engineering: - Understanding of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and hands-on experience with implementing RAG solutions.
• Proficiency in handling and preprocessing large datasets, as well as experience with data pipelining and ETL processes.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for deploying ML models.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals, including version control, testing, and CI/CD.
• Ability to design efficient algorithms for data retrieval and model training, optimizing models through Hands-on experience with the following - Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, pandas, Scikit-learn, teras and other AI/Ml libraries - JavaScript - Other object-oriented programming languages - React.js - Cloud Architecture Frameworks such as AWS.
• Experience with Large Language Models (LLM) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture.
• Hands-on senior software developer with real-life experience designing, developing, and deploying large language models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions to production environments.

Salary and Benefit Information:

The likely salary range for this position is $115,179- $200,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.

Application Deadline: 6/15/2025

Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company’s policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:

• PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company’s holiday schedule each year)
• Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
• 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Culture and Values:

Alpha Omega's Core Values are (H) harmony, (E) engagement, (A) accountability, (R) resourcefulness, and (T) tenacity - collectively they are an acrostic reminder of the values that guide the work we do. We have H.E.A.R.T.!

We foster a culture that recognizes and rewards hard work. Our H.E.A.R.T. program invites colleagues and managers from across the organization to recognize each other for living out our core values. Spotlighted employees enjoy a detailed nomination about their core-values-aligned actions which are then shared with their manager.

Our Company:

Alpha Omega is an award-winning Federal IT Solutions provider. Since our inception in 2016, we have grown our revenues to $140 million and our employee population to almost 500 people located across the U.S.

At the heart of Alpha Omega’s mission lies a comprehensive approach to addressing the most critical domains shaping our world today. Through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technology, the company is committed to delivering mission-enabling solutions that transcend boundaries and propel progress in key areas. We deliver mission-focused solutions in our domain areas of national security, foreign affairs and climate science leveraging our expertise in cybersecurity, data and AI, and digital modernization.

Our consistent growth has fostered a series of accolades including Inc. 5000 and Washington Technology’s Fast 50 awards for five consecutive years, Virginia Business Best Places to Work seven years in a row, and USA Today and Washington Post Top Workplaces. 

Alpha Omega places significant emphasis on bolstering national security efforts in collaboration with key government agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Through our National Security domain, we provide innovative solutions and strategic partnerships, the company is committed to safeguarding America’s safety and prosperity. From implementing advanced cybersecurity protocols to strengthening critical infrastructure resilience, Alpha Omega’s contributions are instrumental in defending the nation against evolving threats. Furthermore, our dedication extends to protecting the interests of our service members within the Coast Guard, recognizing their integral role in the broader national security framework. This comprehensive approach underscores Alpha Omega’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the United States.

Climate science is integral to our national security strategy, as it provides crucial insights into environmental threats that can destabilize regions, exacerbate conflicts, and compromise vital resources essential for the safety and stability of our nation. Moreover, Alpha Omega recognizes the urgency of addressing climate change and its far-reaching implications. Through initiatives like the integration of advanced climate modeling within National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and supporting agricultural production and conservation efforts within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the company actively contributes to the fight against climate crisis. By leveraging technology to drive sustainability and resilience, Alpha Omega underscores its commitment to preserving our planet for future generations.

In addition to its domestic endeavors, our Foreign Affairs domain is deeply engaged in navigating complex foreign affairs and promoting U.S. diplomacy on the global stage. Through collaboration with the U.S. Department of State and other international partners, the company advances national interests while fostering cooperation and mutual understanding. By leveraging technological innovation, Alpha Omega strengthens America’s position as a global leader and promotes stability in an increasingly interconnected world.

Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.