AI Engineer

Ignite Digital; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Education stipends

Referral bonuses

Work with U.S. federal government

Volunteer and community engagement

Shape the future of our industry

Growth-oriented colleagues

Job summary

Ignite Digital is seeking an AI Engineer to join our Data and AI team, delivering cutting-edge AI solutions and owning end-to-end ML lifecycle from model selection to production.

You will integrate models into frontend and backend systems, optimize performance and costs, and work with the team to ensure robust deployment and observability.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in ML and software engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Python, cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and application frameworks.
• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate models for real-world business use cases.
• Experience with APIs, microservices, and system integration.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, statistics, or similar.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Lifecycle: Prepare, select models, train, and evaluate performance.
• Application Integration: Embed AI models into frontend and backend systems.
• Performance Optimization: Reduce latency and cost, keeping accuracy and reliability.
• Deployment & Observability: Collaborate with Technical Lead to ensure robust deployment and monitoring of AI solutions.

Skills

ML Fundamentals

Software Engineering

Python

Cloud Platforms

APIs & Microservices

Model Deployment

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/math/statistics

Tools

Snowflake

Github

Azure

Job description

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome‑driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital‑forward world.

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.

Perks Of Working At Ignite Digital

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

We are seeking an AI Engineer to join our Data and AI team. This role combines expertise in machine learning and software engineering to deliver cutting‑edge AI solutions. You will own the end‑to‑end machine learning lifecycle, integrate models into applications, and ensure optimal performance in production environments.

You will join a team supporting the company’s operations. This role will be crucial in the planning and execution of projects and driving customer satisfaction through delivering Data and AI solutions. As an AI Engineer you will be responsible for understanding, planning, and communicating technical opportunities and limitations to the team, working with both DnA team members and customers to satisfy customer needs.

To be successful in this role you must be able to communicate with a wide variety of individuals with varying levels of technical experience. You must be organized, have strong time management and planning abilities. Experience with Python, Snowflake, Github, Azure, and software engineering lifecycle is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• End‑to‑End Lifecycle: Prepare, select models, train, and evaluate performance.
• Application Integration: Embed AI models into frontend and backend systems.
• Performance Optimization: Reduce latency and cost, keeping accuracy and reliability.
• Deployment & Observability: Collaborate with Technical Lead to ensure robust deployment and monitoring of AI solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong foundation in machine learning fundamentals and software engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Python, cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and application frameworks.
• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate models for real‑world business use cases.
• Experience with APIs, microservices, and system integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, math, statistics, or similar

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MLOps practices for scalable deployment
• Experience in government or defense projects with security compliance.
• Knowledge of observability tools and performance monitoring.
• Extensive knowledge of Snowflake, Python, Azure, Github.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Customer service focused and consulting ability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

Salary: 80k+ dependent on education and experience

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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