Senior AI Technical Lead, Data Developer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Mexico.

📋 Description

• Oversee AI projects from initial concept to full deployment, serving as the main technical liaison for the Department of the Interior client.

• Develop and implement effective AI/ML solutions utilizing Python, Azure Cognitive Services, OpenAI API, or various open-source frameworks.

• Convert stakeholder requirements from the Department of the Interior into scalable technical AI data solutions.

• Design, construct, and manage data pipelines, along with ETL/ELT processes and database schemas.

• Produce production-grade Python code for data manipulation, automation, and AI integration tasks.

• Create and enhance intricate SQL queries, stored procedures, and relational database frameworks.

• Engineer data environments on Microsoft Azure, incorporating Azure SQL, Data Factory, and Blob Storage.

• Integrate data backends with Power Apps and Power Automate workflows to create user-facing AI applications.

• Assist a federal client's business and IT modernization initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8–10 years of experience in data development, software engineering, or data engineering.

• At least 3 years of experience leading technical AI/ML projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Expert-level proficiency in Python programming, particularly in data manipulation using Pandas and NumPy as well as AI frameworks.

• Advanced skills in SQL, data modeling, and performance optimization.

• Practical experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure SQL, Azure Synapse, or Azure OpenAI services.

• Demonstrated experience in integrating backend data structures and APIs with Microsoft Power Apps and Power Automate.

• Capability to pass a federal background investigation to secure a DOI Public Trust clearance.

• Previous experience supporting the Department of the Interior or other federal agencies as a government contractor is preferred.

• Relevant certifications such as Azure Data Engineer Associate or Azure AI Engineer Associate are preferred.

• Experience with implementing Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, or LLM orchestration frameworks like LangChain and Semantic Kernel is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off.

• Paid parental leave.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Commuter benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement.