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This position will lead the design, development, and implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Machine Learning (ML), and intelligent automation solutions that enhance enterprise software engineering, testing, DevSecOps, and IT operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify high-value AI opportunities, develop proof-of-concepts, and deliver secure, scalable, production-ready AI solutions aligned with VA AI governance and Trustworthy AI principles.\nEssential Functions and Job Responsibilities\nDesign and develop AI-powered applications using Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, and Machine Learning. \nBuild AI Copilots, AI Agents, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions to improve software engineering, testing, documentation, and operational workflows. \nDevelop intelligent automation solutions for test case generation, defect analysis, knowledge management, predictive analytics, and process optimization. \nIntegrate AI capabilities into enterprise applications, APIs, Azure cloud services, and DevSecOps pipelines. \nEvaluate emerging AI technologies and rapidly develop Proofs of Concept (PoCs). \nCollaborate with architects, engineers, testers, and business stakeholders to identify and implement innovative AI solutions. \nEnsure all AI solutions comply with VA cybersecurity, privacy, accessibility, and Trustworthy AI requirements. \nProject Management: Manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality deliverables. \nBrand Ambassador: Educate colleagues on brand standards and ensure all visual communications reflect the organization’s identity. \nTechnical Skills: Use advanced features in graphic and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Visio) to automate and enhance design processes. \nPerform a technical edit for quality assurance on all presentation and documentation prior to delivery to the customer. \nCreate and implement consistent templates and documentation styles for all PowerPoints, Diagrams, and technical publications. \nCollaborate with subject matter experts when creating user guides, process documentation, new templates, template updates, and presentations to understand project specifications and needs. \nAnalyze team presentations to ensure efficiency and that all aspects of the process are documented. \nCreate, edit, and maintain training material, brown bags, and instructional supplements to ensure processes are understood as well as review all documentation and training materials to keep them up to date. \nProvide a high level of customer service by adopting the customer’s mission and working towards success. \nWork with AI to improve these functions. \nMinimum Requirements\nU.S. Citizenship (required for VA contract eligibility).\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field. \n5+ years of overall software engineering experience. \n2+ years of hands-on experience developing AI, Machine Learning, or Generative AI solutions. \nStrong programming experience with Python. \nExperience with Azure OpenAI, OpenAI APIs, or similar LLM platforms. \nExperience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or comparable AI frameworks. \nExperience building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications and AI Agents. \nExperience developing REST APIs using FastAPI or similar frameworks. \nFamiliarity with Git, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Docker, and cloud-native development. \nStrong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. \n\nDesired Qualifications\nExperience supporting the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or other Federal agencies. \nExperience with healthcare IT, EHRM, VistA, Oracle Health Millennium, FHIR, or HL7. \nExperience with Azure AI Studio, Azure Machine Learning, vector databases, and prompt engineering. \nKnowledge of NIST AI Risk Management Framework, Responsible AI, and Federal AI governance. \nCurrent Moderate Background Investigation (MBI) and VA network access a plus. \nAdditional Information\nPython • Azure OpenAI • OpenAI APIs • LangChain • LangGraph • LlamaIndex • Semantic Kernel • RAG • AI Agents • Machine Learning • FastAPI • Azure AI Studio • Azure DevOps • Docker • Kubernetes • SQL • Git • REST APIs • Vector Databases \nMicrosoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio \nCompany Benefits\nPSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.\nEEO Commitment\nIt is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. 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