AI Technology Architect for Government & Defense

IQT; Washington (District of Columbia); Híbrido; USD 138.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IQT is seeking a Technology Architect to partner with government sponsors and guide AI/ML investments. You will evaluate technologies, shape technical engagements, and ensure delivery of compelling AI-enabled solutions for the Intelligence Community and DoD.

Hybrid in-office and telework is available in the McLean area. The role emphasizes leadership in AI/ML, contract negotiations for milestone-based work, and ongoing collaboration with customers to define strategy and architecture across

Formación

• U.S. Citizenship required for contractual reasons.
• Active Top-Secret clearance preferred; at minimum eligible for access to classified information.
• Advanced degree in science or engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years professional experience overseeing a technology development effort in business/intelligence environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in AI or ML.
• Experience negotiating milestone-based Statements of Work contracts.

Responsabilidades

• Identifies new AI/ML technology areas for investment and provides technical diligence.
• Develop and negotiate Statements of Work contracts between IQT and startups.
• Provide thought leadership in AI/ML subject areas.
• Leverage government use-cases to guide engagement strategies across development horizons.
• Provide technical oversight on work programs and communicate paths for issue resolution.
• Oversee development of architectures and solutions addressing AI-related problems for government partners.
• Coordinate with customers on AI adoption strategies across multiple programs.

Conocimientos

AI/ML expertise

SOW negotiation

Startup experience

Communication with government partners

Technical thought leadership

Educación

Advanced degree in science or engineering

Herramientas

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Go

Rust

Cloud environments

Descripción del empleo

IQT is seeking a Technology Architect to partner with government sponsors and guide AI/ML investments. You will evaluate technologies, shape technical engagements, and ensure delivery of compelling AI-enabled solutions for the Intelligence Community and DoD.

Hybrid in-office and telework is available in the McLean area. The role emphasizes leadership in AI/ML, contract negotiations for milestone-based work, and ongoing collaboration with customers to define strategy and architecture across