AI Engineer

Position Description:

Join a transformative federal technology initiative and help build AI-driven solutions that modernize mission-critical systems! As an AI Engineer youll design and deploy machine learning models integrate AI workflows into enterprise applications and enable automation at scale. If youre passionate about applying advanced AI techniques to real-world challenges and want to work on projects that make a national impact this is the role for you.
This position is located in our Lafayette Louisiana office; however a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Due to the nature of government contracts US citizenship or Green Card is required.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

.Design and implement AI/ML models for predictive analytics natural language processing (NLP) and automation.
.Develop and optimize data pipelines for model training and inference.
.Deploy models into production environments using MLOps best practices and tools (e.g. MLflow Docker Kubernetes).
.Build APIs and microservices to integrate AI capabilities into enterprise applications.
.Collaborate with data engineers and developers to ensure seamless integration of AI workflows.
.Conduct model validation performance tuning and continuous improvement.
.Document AI solutions and ensure compliance with security and governance standards.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Experience: 35 years in AI/ML engineering with hands-on deployment experience.
. Technical Skills:
.Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (PyTorch TensorFlow).
.Experience with NLP large language models (LLMs) and generative AI.
.Familiarity with MLOps tools (MLflow SageMaker Vertex AI) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
.Strong understanding of data pipelines and integration with APIs.
. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS GCP Azure) for AI model deployment.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
. Experience with advanced AI techniques such as RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and generative AI.
. Exposure to real-time inference and scalable model serving.
. Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security in AI systems.
. Background in performance optimization and cost-efficient AI solutions.
. Experience in large-scale modernization projects in government or regulated environments.


CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $80600.00 - $198400.00.
CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
Eligibility to participate in an attractive Share Purchase Plan (SPP) in which the company matches dollar-for-dollar contributions made by eligible employees up to a maximum for their job category

401(k) Plan and Profit Participation for eligible professionals

Additional benefits determined by your Service Contract Act:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Federal Holidays
Health & Welfare Benefits

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Skills:

• Continuous Integration

What you can expect from us:

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You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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