AI/ML Engineer

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision and dental coverage

401k plan

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC is seeking an AI/ML Engineer to design and implement automated data pipelines and AI-driven workflows for a U.S. Government customer. You will develop automation for data collection, processing, and model deployment, with a focus on scalable and secure solutions.

You will work on Databricks integrations, cloud-based automation, and AMA platform enhancements while ensuring data quality and integration across pilot to production environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation engineering, data engineering, or software development.
• Experience with data ingestion pipeline design on AWS.
• Experience with AI/LLM configuration, tuning, and integration.
• Experience with Machine Learning pipelines.
• Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in data manipulation libraries.
• Experience with Amazon Bedrock (model access, endpoints, API Integration).
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and orchestration tools.
• Experience with APIs and integration technologies.
• Understanding of database systems and data modeling.
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and CI/CD practices.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into automated solutions.
• Excellent documentation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated data pipelines for machine learning technology integration initiatives.
• Create automation workflows for malware sample collection, detonation, and taxonomy.
• Implement AI/LLM integrations with Databricks and other cloud services.
• Implement data integration automation between pilot and production systems.
• Support Automated Malware Analysis (AMA) platform development and enhancement.
• Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive technical tasks.
• Create data transformation and normalization automation.
• Support AI/ML data preparation and feature engineering automation.
• Develop monitoring and alerting automation for integrated systems.
• Implement API integrations for data sharing and workflow automation.
• Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories.
• Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments.
• Optimize automation performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with analysts to identify automation opportunities.
• Ensure automation solutions maintain data quality and integrity.
• Support continuous improvement of automated capabilities.

Skills

Python programming

Data manipulation with libraries

AWS data ingestion pipelines

AI/LLM configuration

Machine Learning pipelines

Git and CI/CD

API integration

Problem solving

Education

BS in CS or related field

7+ years relevant experience

Tools

Databricks

Docker

Kubernetes

Airflow / Prefect

Spark / Hadoop

Job description

Overview

Nightwing supports a U.S. Government customer, providing onsite incident response to civilian agencies and critical asset owners. The AI/ML Engineer will develop automation solutions for machine learning technology integration, focusing on agentic workflow development, automated analysis workflows, and integration automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated data pipelines for machine learning technology integration initiatives
• Create automation workflows for malware sample collection, detonation, and taxonomy
• Implement AI/LLM integrations with Databricks and other cloud services
• Implement data integration automation between pilot and production systems
• Support Automated Malware Analysis (AMA) platform development and enhancement
• Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive technical tasks
• Create data transformation and normalization automation
• Support AI/ML data preparation and feature engineering automation
• Develop monitoring and alerting automation for integrated systems
• Implement API integrations for data sharing and workflow automation
• Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories
• Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments
• Optimize automation performance and efficiency
• Collaborate with analysts to identify automation opportunities
• Ensure automation solutions maintain data quality and integrity
• Support continuous improvement of automated capabilities

Required Skills

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred
• Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability
• 5+ years of experience in automation engineering, data engineering, or software development
• Experience with data ingestion pipeline design on AWS
• Experience with AI/LLM configuration, tuning, and integration
• Experience with Machine Learning pipelines
• Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in data manipulation libraries
• Experience with Amazon Bedrock (model access, endpoints, API Integration)
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and orchestration tools
• Experience with APIs and integration technologies
• Understanding of database systems and data modeling
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and CI/CD practices
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to translate business requirements into automated solutions
• Excellent documentation and communication abilities

Desired Skills

• Experience with malware analysis automation or cybersecurity tools
• Knowledge of AI/ML pipelines and data preparation
• Experience with Databricks and Databricks AI
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools (Airflow, Prefect)
• Background in cybersecurity or threat intelligence automation
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of streaming data platforms (Kafka, Kinesis)
• Familiarity with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)
• Experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs

Required Education

BS in Computer Science, Data Science,or related degree, or HS Diploma and 7+ years of directly relevant experience.

Desired Certifications

• DoD 8140 IAT Level III
• CSSLP

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards. Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.