[Remote] AI/ML Software Developer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Maximus is a trusted federal partner supporting mission-critical programs across national security, defense, and public service delivery. The AI/ML Software Developer will design, develop, and integrate AI/ML models and algorithms to support Government operational systems, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and data protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, trains, evaluates, and integrates AI/ML models and algorithms supporting Government operational systems
• Prepares and structures data for machine learning pipelines, feature engineering, and model lifecycle management
• Implements model monitoring, performance validation, traceability, and reproducibility of AI artifacts
• Integrates AI/ML capabilities into software applications and system architectures using APIs and microservices
• Supports DevSecOps activities including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and secure deployment
• Ensures solutions comply with DoD cybersecurity, RMF, data protection, and Responsible AI policies
• Supports system accreditation, documentation, testing, and evaluation activities
• Collaborates with Government and contractor teams across development, integration, and readiness environments
• Participates in Agile program increment (PI) planning and activities requiring periodic travels

Skills

• Active Secret clearance or above required. Active TS/SCI highly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field required
• A Master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience
• 5 years of experience in the functional area
• 3 years of demonstrated experience designing, developing, training, and evaluating machine learning models using industry-standard frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
• 3 years of experience with programming languages commonly used in AI/ML development, such as Python, and supporting languages (e.g., SQL, Java, C++)
• 3 years demonstrated experience of machine learning concepts, including supervised and unsupervised learning, model evaluation techniques, and feature engineering
• Demonstrated experience in preparing, conducting, and documenting various systems tests and results to verify system operability and compliance with project standards and requirements
• 3 years of experience testing web-based applications
• 3 years of experience participating in software development programs or projects
• Demonstrated experience with relational databases, RESTful API development and communication, and system integrations
• 5 years of experience with Jenkins and GitLab
• Experience structuring data so it can be integrated into machine learning technologies or AI capabilities
• Experience using Agile Test-Driven Development
• Experience integrating into DoD DevSecOps environments
• 5 years of experience with CI/CD software development
• Experience supporting RMF accreditation and security assessment activities
• Experience with model monitoring, explainability, and Responsible AI practices
• Experience integrating AI/ML services into operational dashboards or decision support platforms

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• A retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Short- and long-term incentives
• Program-specific awards

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