Federal AI Systems Architect & Lead Engineer

GSA; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Services Administration (GSA), via the Technology Transformation Services (TTS) within the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), seeks Principal AI Software Engineers to shape secure, ethical AI adoption across federal agencies. Multiple vacancies exist with potential for additional openings as needed.

Responsibilities include leading enterprise AI strategies, designing secure AI deployments, and coordinating cross-agency initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal policies and

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 level in the Federal service.
• Experience leading and executing end-to-end design, development, management of complex digital products and AI-enabled systems.
• Ability to integrate security and privacy best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Ability to communicate highly technical information to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert for enterprise-wide AI engineering strategies and cloud-native architectures.
• Direct AI engineering strategies ensuring compliance with federal mandates and guidelines.
• Design and evaluate advanced computer engineering solutions for secure AI deployment with cybersecurity-by-design.
• Lead cross-agency AI engineering projects involving large-scale digital transformation and data platforms.
• Oversee AI system integration across cloud and legacy infrastructures and develop agency IT guidance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Decision Making

Information Management

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Technical Competence

Job description

The General Services Administration (GSA), via the Technology Transformation Services (TTS) within the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), seeks Principal AI Software Engineers to shape secure, ethical AI adoption across federal agencies. Multiple vacancies exist with potential for additional openings as needed.

Responsibilities include leading enterprise AI strategies, designing secure AI deployments, and coordinating cross-agency initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal policies and