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As an AI Software Architect, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include providing application and feature development leadership, coordinating with developers, developing reusable code to enable rapid development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software to our stakeholders and users.\nResponsibilities\nProvide direction and standards for the team’s AI / ML implementation\nDerive and update Interface Specifications for both inputs and outputs\nPerform design reviews with development teams\nProvide application and feature development leadership, working with the Technical PM and the technical team to plan projects for the team\nCoordinate and lead Developers and DBAs during development, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise applications\nParticipate in Agile scrum ceremonies to facilitate development and hold team accountable to product roadmap\nCollaborate with stakeholders and users in requirement development and BPR activities\nDevelop reusable code to enable rapid development\nSupport effective continuous integration pipelines\nWrite clean, efficient, and scalable code following best practices\nDebug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance\nParticipate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards\nDesign and Implement security and data protection measures\nDocument technical specifications and development processes\nStay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends\nProvide cross training and mentorship for developers on industry standards and best practices\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field\n10 years of relevant experience\nArtificial intelligence and machine learning engineering\nGenerative AI and large language models\nAI solution architecture and systems engineering\nAI/ML prototyping, testing, evaluation, performance assessment, and monitoring\nIntegration and deployment of AI/ML capabilities within approved cloud, application, and infrastructure environments\nResponsible AI, information security, privacy, documentation, and technical risk management\nExperience implementing AI solutions\n10 years of full-lifecycle application development lead experience\n10 years of experience using Agile/Lean methodologies, continuous deployment, automated testing, and DevSecOps\nExperience in or knowledge of developing systems utilizing Cloud-native designs\nAbility to obtain Public Trust clearance\nPreferred Qualifications\nPresent proposals to senior government officials in a clear and compelling way\nProficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, or others\nExperience applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning\nKnowledge of database systems and cloud platforms\nFamiliarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies\nStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detail\nExcellent teamwork and communication skills\nAbility to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines\nAttention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software\nAbout Pingwind\nPingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com\nOur benefits include:\n· Eleven Federal Holidays\n· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period\n· Parental Leave\n· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution\n· Dental and Vision Insurance\n· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability\n· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance\n· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule\n· Continuing education assistance\n· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance\n· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts\n· Employee Assistance Program\n· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)\n· 529 College Savings Plan\n· Legal Insurance\n· Pet Insurance\nSalary Range\n$122k-$170K\nThe pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. 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