Cleared AI/ML Software Engineer - Expert

Sunfire Solutions; Kings Park West (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunfire Solutions in the United States is seeking AI/ML Software Engineers and Data Scientists with active TS/SCI clearance to train, test, and maintain big-data analysis solutions. You will lead technical challenges, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements. The role emphasizes hands-on development with modern tools and cloud deployments. You will work independently yet collaboratively, ensuring robust data-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of demonstrated software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of AI/ML, or Data Science R&D experience.
• Proficient in Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, or Rust.
• Experience with ML tools (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit‑learn).
• Significant experience with database systems (SQL, NoSQL).
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Code, analyze data, and provide technical solutions with a team of engineers.
• Write clean, professional code and mentor teammates.
• Design technical solutions from broadly scoped requirements.
• Identify technologies to meet client needs and automate processes.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

C++

Rust

AI/ML

Education

BS/BA in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Scikit-learn

SQL

NoSQL

REST

GraphQL

Linux

AWS

Job description

We are looking for talented AI/ML Software Engineers and Data Scientists with active TS/SCI (full-scope poly) security clearance to train, test, and maintain big-data analysis solutions for our clients. You will work closely with stakeholders and management to gather requirements and domain insights, take the lead on technical challenges, and mentor junior team members. In this role, you should be able to work independently with minimal supervision, communicate effectively, stay organized, and provide detailed technical analysis.

Join a team of experienced engineers that love working with the latest technologies, enjoy hands‑on development, and strive to build the best solutions to meet our users’ needs.

What you will be doing:

• This is primarily an engineering role, so expect to spend the majority of your time coding, analyzing data, and providing technical solutions with a team of engineers.
• Writing clean, professional code, and encouraging others to do the same
• Designing technical solutions given broadly scoped requirements
• Identifying appropriate technologies / stacks to use to meet clients needs
• Streamlining technical processes when necessary for automation / devops
• Troubleshooting and debugging technical issues
• Sharing technical knowledge with other developers

What you will not be doing:

• Spending your days writing user documentation, or designing powerpoints
• Simply installing and integrating COTS products
• Working with stagnant technologies
• Writing status reports or justifying career‑goal metrics

Technical Skills:

• 10+ years of demonstrated software engineering experience
• 5+ years of AI/ML, or Data Science R&D experience
• Extensive knowledge programming in Python, Java, Javascript, C++, or Rust
• Experience with Machine Learning tools (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit‑learn)
• Significant experience with database systems (SQL, NoSQL)
• Knowledge of OO design patterns and software architectural patterns
• Experience with web-based communication elements (REST, GraphQL)
• Familiarity with linux operating systems
• Familiarity with AWS services and cloud deployments

What you’ll need:

• Active US Government Security Clearance (TS/SCI with active poly)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Willingness to take on challenges and learn new things
• Desire to be at the forefront of your field
• Ability to work individually or in groups
• BS/BA in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience