AI Engineer

Job Summary

Aptive is seeking a highly skilled and motivated AI Engineer to be part of their Strategic Innovation Group to develop and implement cutting-edge AI solutions that address both internal and client-facing needs. This role involves collaborating with internal stakeholders to refine AI use cases and exploring emerging technologies for integration, while partnering with client-facing teams to deliver tailored, innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will leverage their technical expertise and creativity to drive scalable implementations, enhance organizational capabilities, and deliver measurable value, enabling stakeholders to solve complex problems and achieve mission-critical outcomes through AI.

Primary Responsibilities

• AI Solution Development:
• Design, build, and deploy AI/ML models tailored to project requirements.
• Implement machine learning algorithms, deep learning techniques, and natural language processing (NLP) methods.
• Enhance existing AI systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Data Processing & Management:
• Analyze large datasets, preprocess data, and extract meaningful insights to train robust models.
• Build and maintain data pipelines to support AI/ML workflows.
• Collaboration & Prototyping:
• Work with cross-functional teams to define project goals, timelines, and requirements.
• Rapidly prototype and test solutions to address business challenges and client needs.
• Research & Innovation:
• Stay updated on emerging AI trends, tools, and frameworks.
• Research novel AI techniques to solve complex problems.
• Performance Monitoring & Maintenance:
• Continuously monitor model performance in production, ensuring stability and reliability.
• Implement self-correction techniques and retrain models with new datasets to prevent performance degradation.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Document AI models, processes, and architecture for internal teams and clients.
• Present findings, recommendations, and solutions to leadership and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Python, R, or similar programming languages.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn).
• Familiarity with NLP tools, LLM models, and reinforcement learning.
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for AI/ML deployments.
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases for data handling.
• Experience:
• 3-5 years of experience in AI/ML development and deployment.
• Experience working on AI-driven projects for federal agencies or large enterprises (preferred).
• Familiarity with healthcare or defense-related AI projects (e.g., ARPA-H initiatives) is a plus.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.

Client Information

Aptive Resources is a leader in delivering advanced AI-driven solutions to federal agencies and internal teams. Our Strategic Innovation Group and Blue Spark Labs focus on integrating emerging technologies to address real-world challenges. We have pioneered tools like Archie, our AI Chatbot, and proposed solutions for programs such as the ARPA-H PRECISE-AI initiative. Join us as we revolutionize federal healthcare, defense, and civilian operations through the power of AI.

About Aptive

Aptive is a management consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. With more than 500 employees across the U.S., we primarily support the federal government – more than a dozen agencies like Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Library of Commerce, Customs and Border Protection and the National Science Foundation. Our work focuses on applying creativity, technology and human-centered services to improve performance, bridge divides and elevate the lives of millions of people who count on government. services every day. 

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.