Production AI​/ML Engineer & Data Scientist - AWS & MLOps

Responsibilities

This is part of a proposal effort and is contingent on contract award.

Noblis is hiring multiple AI/ML Engineers and Data Scientists. This will be a full-time role located onsite at a Government facility in the National Capital Region (NCR). In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy advanced machine learning solutions while building the infrastructure required to operationalize AI capabilities in secure, production environments.

Additionally, the Analyst shall provide the following support:

• Model Development & Deployment

• Design, develop, and containerize machine learning (ML) models using modern frameworks and tools, including PyTorch, Ray, Docker, and FastAPI.
• Deploy, manage, and scale production ML workloads.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities into full-stack applications.
• Ensure model reliability, performance, and maintainability throughout the deployment lifecycle.

• Infrastructure & Operations

• Architect and implement cloud-native ML infrastructure on AWS.
• Develop and maintain Dev Ops and MLOps pipelines to streamline model development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Deploy and support AI/ML systems within secure, classified, and high side environments.

• Technical Leadership

• Evaluate and adopt state-of-the-art AI/ML models, frameworks, and emerging technologies.
• Architect scalable and resilient infrastructure to support evolving AI/ML workloads and mission requirements.
• Establish and promote best practices for production-grade machine learning (ML) systems, including security, observability, and governance.
• Provide technical guidance and thought leadership across AI/ML initiatives and engineering teams.

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience. In lieu of a degree will also consider an Associates & 8 years of experience, or HS & 11 years of experience.
• Production experience deploying ML models, including LLMs
• Strong proficiency with ML frameworks and containerization (e.g., PyTorch, Docker, Kubernetes)
• Full-stack development experience (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
• Working knowledge of AWS cloud services
• Demonstrated MLOps/Dev Ops implementation experience
• Must be a US Citizen with a Top Secret Clearance & SCI eligibility

• Experience with Defense systems data fusion, permissions, Authority to Operate requirements, and deployment on Government systems.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities lis.org ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards () for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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