Praescient Analytics

Senior AI/ML Engineer (Public Trust)

Praescient Analytics Bethesda, MD, US
Full-time Posted 5 months ago

Responsibilities

  • check_circle Design, develop, train, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models supporting predictive analytics, classification, anomaly detection, NLP, and AI-assisted decision support.
  • check_circle Apply advanced ML techniques using supervised, unsupervised, and semi-supervised learning approaches.
  • check_circle Design and implement end-to-end MLOps pipelines supporting model training, validation, versioning, deployment, and rollback.
  • check_circle Deploy models into production environments using Microsoft Azure ML, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • check_circle Implement model monitoring, performance tracking, and drift detection to ensure long-term reliability and accuracy.
  • check_circle Build and maintain AI solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure services, including:
  • check_circle Azure Machine Learning
  • check_circle Azure Data Lake Storage
  • check_circle Azure Synapse Analytics
  • check_circle Integrate AI/ML solutions with existing data platforms, APIs, and analytics services.
  • check_circle Optimize AI workloads for cost, performance, and reliability in cloud environments.
  • check_circle Ensure AI systems adhere to federal standards for responsible AI, transparency, explainability, and auditability.
  • check_circle Support model documentation, validation artifacts, and compliance reporting.
  • check_circle Collaborate with governance and stakeholder teams to ensure models are suitable for high-impact decision-making.
  • check_circle Work closely with data scientists, data engineers, analysts, architects, and Agile project managers in a fast-paced Agile delivery environment.
  • check_circle Mentor junior engineers and contribute to shared engineering standards and best practices.
  • check_circle Minimum of 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and operating production AI/ML systems.
  • check_circle Demonstrated experience moving models from research or prototype stages into production environments.
  • check_circle Proven experience supporting AI systems in mission-critical or regulated settings.
  • check_circle Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.
  • check_circle Experience supporting federal, public-sector, or other regulated environments.
  • check_circle Expert proficiency in Python and AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch and/or TensorFlow.
  • check_circle Strong experience with machine learning libraries including Scikit-learn, NumPy, and Pandas.
  • check_circle Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure AI/ML services, particularly Azure Machine Learning.
  • check_circle Experience building CI/CD pipelines for ML workflows.
  • check_circle Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and model deployment patterns.
  • check_circle Experience with SQL and data integration for ML workloads.
  • check_circle Proficiency with Git-based version control and collaborative development.
  • check_circle Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • check_circle Ability to explain complex AI/ML concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • check_circle Proven ability to lead technical efforts and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred qualifications

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.
  • Familiarity with AI agents, vector databases, large language models (LLMs), or Copilot-style architectures.
  • Azure certifications (AI Engineer, Data Scientist, or related).
  • Experience with streaming or near-real-time AI pipelines.
  • 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 bettering public safety and government agencies

Benefits

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

Tags & Focus Areas

Fulltime Ai Ai Engineer Machine Learning Mlops

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