Artificial Intelligence Engineer

AI Engineer IV - Mechanicsville, VA

We are looking for an AI Engineer IV to build, manage, and support Azure-based AI infrastructure. The role covers cloud environment setup, IaC, monitoring, CI/CD, patching, migration work, and operational support for mission‑critical systems. The environment spans multiple platforms including .NET, Java, SQL, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid. In‑person is required for interviews and laptop pick up.

Engagement Type: Contract, 6 months (Possibility of extension)

AI Engineer IV to build, manage, and support Azure-based AI infrastructure. The role covers cloud environment setup, IaC, monitoring, CI/CD, patching, migration work, and operational support for mission‑critical systems. The environment spans multiple platforms including .NET, Java, SQL, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics.

Local candidates are strongly preferred.

• Deploy, maintain, and monitor Azure cloud infrastructure for AI workloads.
• Provide technical guidance on Azure AI resource implementation and best practices.
• Build and manage IaC and CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform scheduled patching, updates, and vulnerability remediation.
• Manage backup operations and recovery processes in critical environments.
• Plan and execute cloud migrations, including on‑premises to Azure transitions.
• Support production applications, troubleshoot issues, and drive root‑cause resolution.
• Work with security tools such as Tenable for vulnerability management.
• Use SCCM and SCOM for automated patching and deployment.
• Develop disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime and prevent data loss.
• Apply strong networking knowledge including OSI layers and core network protocols.

• 3+ years guiding implementation and operations of AI resources in Azure.
• 8+ years implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Azure environments.
• 10+ years performing patching and updates for security and stability.
• 10+ years managing backup and recovery in mission‑critical systems.
• 10+ years planning and executing cloud migrations.
• 10+ years supporting and troubleshooting production applications.
• 10+ years using SCCM and SCOM for patch automation and deployment.
• Experience working across mixed technology stacks (.NET, Java, SQL, Oracle, Dynamics).
• Experience with security tools such as Tenable.
• Strong understanding of networking and OSI layers.

• Azure Solutions Architect
• Network+, CCNA or similar.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Contract

• Information Technology
• Industries:
  Information Services

If you are interested in applying for this requirement, please do respond with your updated resume.