Overview We are seeking a highly skilled AI/ML Engineer Technology Lead to design, development, and deployment of advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions supporting mission-critical enterprise initiatives.This roleserves as the technical lead for enterprise AI/ML efforts, responsible for building, growing, and guiding a team of AI/ML engineering and practitioners. This individual collaborates with customer technical leadership to define and realize their AI/ML roadmap and is expected to bring both deep technical expertise and the business acumen necessary to develop strategy, manage stakeholder relationships, and scale a high-performing team. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in machine learning, software engineering, cloud-native technologies, and MLOps with strong leadership and customer engagement skills. This individual will help transform AI/ML prototypes into scalable, secure, production-ready enterprise solutions while mentoring technical teams and collaborating with customer leadership. Responsibilities Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled AI/ML Engineer Technology Lead to design, development, and deployment of advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions supporting mission-critical enterprise initiatives.This roleserves as the technical lead for enterprise AI/ML efforts, responsible for building, growing, and guiding a team of AI/ML engineering and practitioners. This individual collaborates with customer technical leadership to define and realize their AI/ML roadmap and is expected to bring both deep technical expertise and the business acumen necessary to develop strategy, manage stakeholder relationships, and scale a high-performing team.The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in machine learning, software engineering, cloud-native technologies, and MLOps with strong leadership and customer engagement skills. This individual will help transform AI/ML prototypes into scalable, secure, production-ready enterprise solutions while mentoring technical teams and collaborating with customer leadership.Key Responsibilities - AI/ML Technical LeadershipTechnical Leadership & StrategyServe as the primary point of contact (POC) for all AI/ML-related technical matters with customers and stakeholdersLead the design, development, testing, deployment, and productization of AI/ML technologies supporting mission-critical objectivesDevelop and communicate AI/ML strategies and technical roadmaps aligned with customer and mission requirementsAdvise leadership on emerging AI/ML technologies, research areas, and industry advancementsRepresent AI/ML capabilities during customer engagements, briefings, demonstrations, and technical reviewsProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to AI/ML engineering teamsSupport workforce planning, staffing strategy, hiring, and professional development initiativesAI/ML Engineering & DevelopmentDesign, develop, and optimize scalable machine learning and deep learning models for structured and unstructured dataTransform research prototypes into secure, scalable, production-ready enterprise solutionsSupport NLP, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, computer vision, and generative AI initiativesEvaluate and productize AI/ML models across commercial and government cloud architecturesIntegrate AI/ML solutions across enterprise systems, data platforms, and operational environmentsEnsure AI/ML solutions meet performance, scalability, reliability, and operational requirementsCloud, MLOps & Enterprise IntegrationDevelop production-grade AI/ML pipelines, CI/CD workflows, and MLOps capabilitiesProvide system integration oversight across AI/ML pipelines and enterprise platformsCollaborate with software engineers, cloud architects, cybersecurity teams, and customer stakeholdersSupport deployment and optimization of AI/ML solutions across cloud-native and distributed environmentsEvaluate emerging technologies and align technical solutions with operational and enterprise objectives#ClearedRoyalty#MDFSP#peratonroyalmove Qualifications Core CompetenciesAI/ML Technical LeadershipCloud & Enterprise ArchitectureMLOps & Production AI SystemsTeam Building & MentorshipStrategic Problem SolvingMission-Focused InnovationCross-Functional CollaborationRequired Qualifications17 years with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, or related technical field, or 10 years with a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, or related technical field, or 7 years with a Ph.D in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, or related technical fieldStrong proficiency with Python and AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, or KerasExperience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud PlatformExperience with MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and distributed systemsStrong understanding of data pipelines, model lifecycle management, and scalable AI architecturesExperience operating within Agile or DevSecOps environmentsExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsActive/current TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting Intelligence Community (IC), DoD, or federal government programsExperience with Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, RAG architectures, and vector databasesFamiliarity with AI governance, explainable AI (XAI), and responsible AI practicesExperience with Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, or GPU-enabled distributed computing platformsBenefits:Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.Investing in Your Growth:Selected candidates may be eligible for enhanced professional development opportunities, including training, certification programs, and skill-building experiences tailored to individual strengths, career goals, and role-specific requirements.