Senior Team Lead - Software & AI/ML Ops (TS/SCI)

Synertex LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Synertex LLC seeks a Team Lead for Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, DC. You will provide senior technical and operational leadership across software development, AI/ML systems, and application operations management in a mission‑critical government program.

Responsibilities include coordinating resources, guiding development and deployment, mentoring staff, and ensuring security and performance standards. Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required; US citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technical leadership roles.
• Expertise in software development, AI/ML systems, or application operations.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• U.S. Citizenship required for classified work.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level leadership and oversight for assigned technical teams, ensuring successful execution of software development, AI/ML, or application operations requirements.
• Lead day-to-day technical and operational activities, coordinating resources, priorities, and deliverables across the team.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for team-specific requirements, collaborating with program leadership and government stakeholders.
• Guide system development, deployment, and sustainment activities in accordance with security, performance, and operational standards.
• Support application operations management, including system monitoring, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify technical and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure mission continuity and system reliability.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and collaboration.

Skills

Technical leadership

Software development

AI/ML systems

Operations management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Synertex LLC seeks a Team Lead for Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, DC. You will provide senior technical and operational leadership across software development, AI/ML systems, and application operations management in a mission‑critical government program.

Responsibilities include coordinating resources, guiding development and deployment, mentoring staff, and ensuring security and performance standards. Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required; US citizenship is mandatory.