Seasonal Associate, Junior Front-End Software Developer

Reston, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 34392 - 58466

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Seasonal Associate Junior Front-End Software Developer

ICF International seeks a Seasonal Associate Junior Software Developer to support the research and development of new AI-assisted capabilities. The successful candidate will act as a Front-End Software Developer to support small R&D efforts within ICF. Your work will contribute to the knowledge of how generative AI (GenAI) works how we can make practical applications and pathways for future research. We are looking for individuals that want to analyze and understand large language models (LLMs). Utilize your skills to help experiment and prototype future capabilities for implementation at large-scale.

As a Seasonal Associate Junior Software Developer you will work with stakeholders subject matter experts and researchers to develop evolve and enhance capabilities. Additionally you will provide software engineering development and support. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project at the research phase and work with the latest and emerging technologies.

This is an entry-level on-call role (approx. 20 hours per week). The role is fully remote with occasional meetings required at the ICF headquarters in Reston VA. At this time relocation nor housing assistance is available for this position. Pay is $23.00 per hour.

What You Will Be Doing:

Work closely with a matrixed research team to understand GenAI and practical applications of

Develop and mature capabilities

Support the design development and future deployment of R&D systems adhering to the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline

Documentation support of the R&D lifecycle

Perform functions associated with the analysis of information refinement of raw research reviewing output and making upgrades/improvements to nascent capabilities

What You Must Have:

A minimum of 60 college-credit hours completed

Due to federal contract requirements U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

1 year of Python experience

1 year of Azure experience

Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (OpenAI mostly LaMDA StableLM LLaMA PaLM or related large language model.)

Proficient with Git and GitHub

Experience with shell scripting using Bash PowerShell or equivalent

Experience with Linux operating systems and containers

Experience with Python frameworks especially Streamlit or similar

Ability to prioritize and manage own workload

Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients in order to explain and elaborate on technical details

Strong math background

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.

We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$34392.00 - $58466.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Seasonal Associate Junior Front-End Software DeveloperICF International seeks a Seasonal Associate Junior Software Developer to support the research and development of new AI-assisted capabilities. The successful candidate will act as a Front-End Software Developer to support small R&D efforts withi...