Lead AI Engineer (Up to $250,000)

Attis; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Attis is seeking a technical, leadership-heavy AI/ML executive to architect production-grade data platforms and lead a multi-team engineering organization. You will guide the design and deployment of edge-friendly SLMs and collaborate with DevSecOps to run models in secure Kubernetes environments.

The role demands translating mission needs into scalable technical solutions and delivering tangible AI impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in AI/ML or Software Engineering.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance (Minimum).
• Expert-level Python and experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and cloud-native architectures.
• Track record of delivering AI capabilities that drive measurable impact.

Responsibilities

• Architect AI/ML systems integrated into production-grade data platforms.
• Design and deploy Small Language Models (SLMs) for edge devices.
• Lead applied research and engineering investments for the entire firm.
• Build, scale, and mentor a multi-team AI/ML engineering organization.
• Partner with DevSecOps to operationalize models in secure Kubernetes environments.
• Translate high-level mission needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Drive adoption of Agentic workflows and RAG architectures.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Kubernetes

Cloud-native

Security Clearance

AI/ML Experience

Leadership

Job description

• High-growth leader in autonomous data fusion and Agentic AI.
• Focuses on bridging the gap between humans and mission-critical data.
• Digital-first culture that moves at Silicon Valley speeds.
• Dedicated to public sector modernization and national security.

Why Join?

• Lead a multi-team organization and set the multi-year AI roadmap.
• Solve complex problems in "air-gapped" and resource-constrained environments.
• Escape the red tape of legacy defense contractors.
• Work with a modern tech stack (Kubernetes, PyTorch, Agentic AI).

The Role

A technical, leadership-heavy role where you will:

• Architect AI/ML systems integrated into production-grade data platforms.
• Design and deploy Small Language Models (SLMs) for edge devices.
• Lead applied research and engineering investments for the entire firm.
• Build, scale, and mentor a multi-team AI/ML engineering organization.
• Partner with DevSecOps to operationalize models in secure Kubernetes environments.
• Translate high-level mission needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Drive adoption of Agentic workflows and RAG architectures.

The Essential Requirements

• Minimum 8+ years in AI/ML or Software Engineering.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance (Minimum).
• Expert-level Python and experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and cloud-native architectures.
• Track record of delivering AI capabilities that drive measurable impact.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience with Agentic AI or RAG architectures.
• Deployment experience in air-gapped or edge environments.
• Contributions to open-source or high-impact technical publications.

Disclaimer

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, race, religion or belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, gender, and/or gender reassignment, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from anyone for this role. Attis Global Ltd operates as an employment agency and employment business. More information can be found at attisglobal.com.

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