[Remote] Sr. AI Engineer/Architect (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. A.C.Coy Company is seeking a Senior AI Engineer/Architect to support their US Government client in a remote contract-to-hire role. The position involves designing and developing scalable AI solutions, conducting research and analysis for machine learning algorithms, and providing technical leadership throughout project lifecycles.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop scalable solutions utilizing AI tools and machine learning modelsConduct research, testing, and analysis to develop machine learning algorithms and predictive modelsLeverage big data processing and storage technologies to create datasets, prototypes, and data-driven solutionsPerform model training, evaluation, integration, testing, tuning, and ongoing performance monitoringLead and/or develop project requirements from inception through completion for complex and highly complex programs, while providing strategic guidance, technical leadership, and expert consultation to program and project teamsDemonstrate continuous learning and adaptability within large-scale enterprise IT environmentsTroubleshoot software applications and technical implementations across complex enterprise ecosystemsDesign, develop, and integrate APIs to support business and technical requirementsQuery, manage, and analyze data using both SQL and NoSQL database technologiesSkillsA degree from an accredited College/University in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related discipline is preferred20+ years of IT-related experienceExpertise in data acquisition, cleaning, preprocessing, and transformation using Python tools and techniques for building robust analysis on large scale data setsProficiency in practical application of Core Python ConceptsProficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineeringProficiency utilizing multiple AI tools such as Python, Java, or R and machine learning frameworks like Spark, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learnExpertise in deploying Python applications in Cloud service production environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), potentially leveraging containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.ioProficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft software productsUsing design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutionsClearly document code, models, and technical solutionsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with technical and non-technical team membersMust be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust ClearanceBe able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checksMust be a US Citizen or have permanent residence status (Green Card)Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 yearsCannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)Company OverviewThe A.C.Coy Company is a national staffing and consulting firm. It was founded in 1986, and is headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, US, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.accoy.com.