Senior AI Engineer

Position Title:
Senior AI/ML Engineer

Location:
Washington, DC

Clearance Requirements:
Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Position Status:
Contract

Pay Rate:
Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Position Description:

We're seeking a highly skilled
Senior AI/ML Engineer
to design, develop, and deploy scalable AI/ML solutions in a mission-critical environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with a strong background in Python development, machine learning model creation, and deploying cloud-based AI applications.

You will work independently and collaboratively across teams to solve complex data challenges, develop predictive models, and build production-grade applications using modern tools like
TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, Spark, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
.

This position offers an opportunity to work on
high-impact, innovative projects
that integrate
agentic AI workflows, ethical AI practices
, and large-scale enterprise data systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable machine learning models and algorithms.
• Build and maintain data pipelines: data acquisition, cleaning, transformation, and feature engineering.
• Deploy AI/ML applications in
  cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  using
  Docker and Kubernetes
  .
• Integrate AI solutions with existing enterprise systems, including
  MCP servers
  and APIs.
• Apply
  core Python programming
  for automation, data processing, and application development.
• Utilize big data tools and frameworks such as
  Spark or Hadoop
  to develop large-scale data solutions.
• Follow software engineering best practices:
  version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and code reviews
  .
• Create
  technical diagrams, architecture documentation
  , and clear code annotations.
• Apply
  ethical data science principles
  : bias mitigation, privacy protection, and secure coding.
• Develop technical and executive-level
  presentations and reports
  using tools like PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI, and Word.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to
  PoC development and innovation initiatives
  .
• Lead or oversee team efforts on large, visible enterprise projects.

Required Skills & Education:

• 13–20 years
  of relevant professional experience in AI/ML, data science, or software engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree).
• Proven experience building and deploying
  Python-based AI/ML applications
  in production environments.
• Proficiency with
  machine learning frameworks
  (e.g., TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, PyTorch, Spark MLlib).
• Hands-on experience with
  cloud services for data science and AI/ML (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, GCP AI Platform)
  .
• Strong experience with
  SQL and NoSQL databases
  for data querying and management.
• Experience with
  API development and system integration
  in large-scale ecosystems.
• Ability to document, present, and communicate complex technical solutions clearly.
• Proficiency in using
  Microsoft Visio,
  , or similar tools for creating technical diagrams.
• Experience with
  generative AI
  ,
  prompt engineering
  , and integrating agentic AI workflows is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MCP server development and integration experience.
• Proficiency with
  Power BI, Excel, and advanced data visualization
  tools.
• Familiarity with
  secure coding practices
  , data ethics, and model bias mitigation.
• Experience leading teams or overseeing technical efforts in a large IT enterprise.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a growth mindset.

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.