Peraton is seeking a AI/ML Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals located in Arlington, VA.

This position will allow for remote work throughout the US; however, it is preferred that the selected individual lives within driving distance of Arlington VA so that they are able to come into the office if needed.

Day to Day Work Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities to leverage and integrate OpenAI/ML technologies and capabilities into USPS OIG processes, products, or services
• Design, develop, evaluate, test, maintain, and monitor Azure AI/ML software programs and applications
• Deliver architectural design sessions, pilots/POCs leveraging Azure AI Services and Azure OpenAI Services
• Support internal customers with Speech, Computer Vision, Text, Search, Azure Open AI so they can build their own AI products in the future
• Adhere to USPS OIG policies by identifying and mitigating safety and security considerations (bias, data privacy, etc.) when delivering or integrating technology or products that use or apply
• Architect and develop solutions from non-technical business requirements
• Develops and submits change requests and track work to completion
• Produce process documentation in order to outline challenges, missteps and successes and refine processes going forward
• Using modern approaches for product and services delivery in an iterative and Agile manner

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years experience or Master's degree with 3 years experience or HS Diploma/equivalent and 9 years experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Holder (Must resided with the U.S. for the past 5 years with no more than 6 months outside travel of the U.S during this time frame)
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check
• 5 years of experience with data and analysis through use of predictive tools and automation
• 5 years of experience in designing and developing AI software and system integration experience
• Experience with Cognitive Services, Search and Azure Open AI models
• Experience designing and implementing solutions in Azure
• Attention to detail and creating clarity when dealing with ambiguity
• Ability to work cross functionally in a constantly evolving and rapidly changing work environment
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of AI algorithms, techniques, and technologies
• Proficiency in coding languages such as Python, C , Java, etc.
• Technical understanding of the current AI offerings within Azure and how to integrate those.
• services with existing or in-development solutions?
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with technical and non-technical team members

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an Agile environment working with tools such as MS DevOps
• Self-starter who can quickly acclimate to a dynamic environment
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize competing requirements
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience working in a government context or with government customers

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.