Geeks and Nerds is looking for creative and passionate individuals to lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative AI/ML solutions tailored to national security challenges, priorities, and growth, aligning AI strategies with government agency requirements and mission objectives.
Requirements
- Expert proficiency in: Programming languages (such as Python, R, and Java)
- Expert proficiency in: ML frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn)
- Expert proficiency in: Software development collaboration and version control tools (e.g. GitHub)
- Strong understanding of AI ethics, trust, and responsible decision-making principles
- Experience with advanced statistical modeling, data analysis, and modeling and simulation for mission-critical systems
- Familiarity with DoD AI initiatives, including JAIC, Trusted AI, and autonomy frameworks
- Experience with DevSecOps practices and cloud-native AI solutions
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative AI/ML solutions tailored to national security challenges, priorities, and growth
- Provide technical expertise to align AI strategies with government agency requirements and mission objectives across the agencies associated with national security, including but not limited to DoD (Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force), Homeland Security (DHS), and intelligence agencies
- Serve as the primary technical advisor on AI-related projects, ensuring the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and autonomous systems
- Collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for AI applications and optimize existing systems and qualifications
- Conduct research on emerging AI technologies and trends to maintain competitive advantage and relevancy
- Develop proof-of-concept models and prototypes to demonstrate AI capabilities to collaborators, customers, and stakeholders for further project and product developments
- Ensure all AI solutions comply with federal regulations, including data security, privacy, and ethical AI standards
Other
- Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation
- Must have a Secret clearance or be capable of obtaining an interim Secret clearance
- Flexibility to travel (up to 30% of time)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive, organized self-starter
