AWS AI Engineer

Location: Washington DC metro area (Hybrid)
Clearance Required: Public Trust Minimum (US Citizen)
Employment Type: Full-Time (W-2 or 1099)

Overview: Praescient Analytics is actively seeking an experienced AWS AI Engineerto supporta current contract with the Department of AWS AI Engineer is responsible for designing and developing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models using AWS platforms in support of DOJ missions. This role supports cloud-based intelligent automation data-driven decision-making and mission-focused analytics using secure scalable and complient AWS services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design blueprints AI/ML workloads using AWS services such as SageMaker Rekognition Comprehend Textract and Lambda.
• Collaborate with data scientists cloud engineers and mission stakeholders to identify use cases and technical approaches for AI-driven solutions.
• Support end-to-end lifecycle of ML development including feature engineering model tuning and monitoring using tools like SageMaker Pipelines and Glue.
• Optimize AI/ML workflows to ensure compliance with FedRAMP and NIST 800-53 controls.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Data Science or related field. Masters preferred.
• Experience:
  • 3 years of experience in AI/ML development with at least 2 years of hands on experience in cloud environments.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others sharing ideas and contribute to a positive team environment.
  • Prior experience supporting Federal programs
• Certifications: AWS-based certifications preferred (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect).

What you can expect from us:

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated.
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success.
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise.
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence rather than the prospect of personal gain.
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and improving public safety and government agencies.

Benefits:

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive Company paid Aetna Health Care Medical for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics engineering and DevOps specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011 we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains including military intelligence operations financial and fraud investigations and insider threat detection.

Our team of expertsskilled in cloud computing artificial intelligence machine learning data science DevOps and engineeringbrings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting we deliver tailored high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency ensure mission success and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescients innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume toand please visit our website to apply online at