Lead AI Software Engineer
At a glance
Senior AI Engineering role at PingWind. Rockville · full-time · $125,000–$175,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Guide application and feature work with the technical project manager and solutions architect, shaping plans for the development team
- Direct developers and database administrators through enterprise application builds, upgrades, and ongoing support
- Put the AHRQ AI strategy into practice, including reusable code and continuous integration support
- Run Scrum sessions, keep delivery tied to the product roadmap, and work with users on requirements and process redesign
- Review, debug, secure, document, and tune software while coaching developers on standards and sound practices
What you bring
- At least ten years of relevant professional experience
- A bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, or a related discipline
- Hands-on engineering background in AI and machine learning, including generative AI and large language models
- Experience designing AI systems and evaluating, monitoring, and deploying AI/ML capabilities in approved environments
- Knowledge of responsible AI, privacy, security, documentation, and technical risk controls
Who this fits
This is a senior technical lead role for someone who can guide developers while contributing to AI engineering and software delivery. The job is based onsite in Rockville, Maryland, may involve travel within the United States, and requires the ability to obtain Public Trust clearance. The stated salary range is $125,000 to $175,000 per year.
From the employer
Location: Rockville, MD
Required Clearance: Ability to obtain Public Trust
Job Type: Full Time
Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
Required Experience: 10 years of relevant experience
Degrees may be substituted for years of experience: 8 years of experience
Travel: Possibly across US
Description
PingWind is seeking a Lead AI Software Engineer with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to join the PingWind team supporting Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning strategy in Rockville, MD. As a Lead AI Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include providing application and feature development leadership, coordinating with developers, developing reusable code to enable rapid development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software to our stakeholders and users.
Responsibilities
• Provide application and feature development leadership, working with the Technical PM and Solutions Architect to plan projects for the team
• Coordinate and lead Developers and DBAs during development, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise applications
• Implement the AHRQ Artificial Intelligence strategy
• Conduct Agile scrum ceremonies to facilitate development and hold team accountable to product roadmap
• Collaborate with stakeholders and users in requirement development and BPR activities
• Develop reusable code to enable rapid development
• Support effective continuous integration pipelines
• Write clean, efficient, and scalable code following best practices
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards
• Implement security and data protection measures
• Document technical specifications and development processes
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Provide cross training and mentorship for developers on industry standards and best practices
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
• 10 years of relevant experience
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineering
• Generative AI and large language models
• AI solution architecture and systems engineering
• AI/ML prototyping, testing, evaluation, performance assessment, and monitoring
• Integration and deployment of AI/ML capabilities within approved cloud, application, and infrastructure environments
• Responsible AI, information security, privacy, documentation, and technical risk management
Preferred Qualifications
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, or others
• Experience applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Knowledge of database systems and cloud platforms
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software
About Pingwind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
· Eleven Federal Holidays
· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
· Parental Leave
· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
· Dental and Vision Insurance
· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
· Continuing education assistance
· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
· Employee Assistance Program
· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
· 529 College Savings Plan
· Legal Insurance
· Pet Insurance
Salary Range
$125k-$175K
The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.