Senior App Developer; Cloud & AI

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Senior App Developer to work remotely
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The Senior App Developer (Cloud & AI) will serve as a leader for modernizing existing applications, moving to the cloud, and implementing artificial intelligence capabilities. This individual will assess existing applications, data, workflows, and utilize their knowledge and experience of cloud environment and AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency, automation, and decision support. The ideal candidate combines a strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) with hands‑on experience deploying AI/ML models and integrating them into production environments.

This role bridges strategy, architecture, and development – helping the Postal Service evolve from data‑rich to insight‑driven.

• Conduct enterprise‑level assessment of current workflows, systems, and data architecture to identify opportunities for AI integration.
• Design and prototype AI/ML solutions that improve automation, analytics, and decision‑making within logistics, routing, maintenance, and service operations.
• Evaluate and implement cloud‑native AI/ML services (AWS Sage Maker, Azure ML, Google Vertex AI, etc.) for Postal Service use cases.
• Partner with data engineering and cloud infrastructure teams to develop scalable, secure AI pipelines.
• Create technical roadmaps and implementation frameworks for integrating AI into existing enterprise applications.
• Develop proof‑of‑concept (POC) models and guide the transition to full‑scale production deployment.
• Define model monitoring, governance, and lifecycle management strategies to ensure compliance and ethical AI use.
• Provide technical guidance to leadership on AI capabilities, resource requirements, and best practices.
• Stay current with advancements in generative AI, computer vision, NLP, and automation to advise on future applications within the Postal Service mission space.

Salary Range: $150,000 – $200,000

• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain Public Trust or higher clearance as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• 8 years of experience in application development using Python and Java.
• Experience utilizing co‑pilot, Git Hub, and Kafka.
• Expertise with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and familiarity with their AI/ML service offerings.
• Demonstrated experience modernizing legacy systems into the cloud.
• Strong knowledge of data pipelines, APIs, microservices, and integration architectures.
• Ability to assess organizational needs, develop technology roadmaps, and communicate complex solutions to technical and executive stakeholders.

• Experience in application development using C, PLSQL.
• Prior experience supporting large federal agencies or enterprise modernization programs.
• Knowledge of logistics‑driven AI use cases.
• Familiarity with data governance, model validation, and ethical AI frameworks.
• Experience with generative AI and LLM deployment strategies.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid‑sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800 employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.