AI/ML Engineer

Phase2 Technology; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,200 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is seeking an AI/ML Engineer to design and implement effective AI solution architectures for the Marine Corps. The role requires extensive experience in AI, software engineering, and big data technologies. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and an ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

This position offers a salary ranging from $55,200 to $126,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and tuition assistance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and possess strong programming skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AI or ML engineering.
• Proficient in programming languages like Python, C#, or Java.
• Experience with big data technologies preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI solution architectures.
• Mentor and supervise team members as needed.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Apply best-fit ML algorithms and technologies.

Skills

Artificial intelligence

Data science

Machine learning engineering

Software engineering

Big data technologies

Python

C#

Java

Collaboration

Data conversion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Databricks

Job description

AI/ML Engineer

The Opportunity:

Design and implement effective AI solution architecture utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and methods to address Marine Corps operational needs. Apply advanced technical expertise and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and supervise team members, as needed. Contribute to the direction of critical solutions by applying best‑fit ML algorithms and technologies. Help your clients navigate the landscape of ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks.

You Have:

• Experience with artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning engineering, software engineering, data research, or data analytics
• Experience with software development or engineering, including in an academic or professional environment
• Experience with big data technologies, such as Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks
• Experience with a programming language, including Python, C#, or Java
• Ability to create solutions within a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment
• Ability to develop scripts and programs for converting various types of data into usable formats and support project team to scale, monitor, and operate data platforms
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with generative and agentic AI technologies, such as LLMs, MCP, LangChain, or LangGraph
• Experience with embedded systems programming in C, C++, or Rust
• Ability to develop and maintain scalable data stores that supply big data in forms needed for business analysis
• Ability to create software for retrieving, parsing, and processing structured and unstructured data
• Master's degree

Clearance:

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

Compensation

Salary ranges from $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The projected compensation range for this position is based on location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. Additional benefits include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care as applicable to full‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.