Senior AI Solutions Architect in Alexandria

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We are seeking a high-impact AI Solutions Architect to design, deploy, and scale AI/ML solutions that advance federal mission outcomes. This role blends deep technical design, applied engineering, and strategic consulting to deliver secure, ethical, and mission-aligned AI systems.

**Candidates will be expected to demonstrate their expertise through real-world examples of work, not just theoretical answers.

Interview & Application Requirements:

Applicants must include the following with their application:

• Public Work Samples: Links to code repositories, shipped projects, or technical blog posts that showcase relevant technical or architectural work.
• Certification Verification: For any listed certification (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, or AI/ML specialization), include a link or credential ID for verification.
• “How I Used X” Summary: For each required technical skill, include 1–2 sentences describing how and where you applied it in a real project.
• Example: “Used LangChain and RAG to enable LLM-powered search across 50k unstructured PDF documents, reducing analyst retrieval time by 40%.”

About Us:

At NetCentrics, we proudly hold a distinguished position as a leader in cybersecurity, cloud, digital transformation, and mission support. With an esteemed clientele that includes the DoD, DHS, Federal Civilian Agencies, and the Intelligence Community, our impact on security is undeniable. We are a diverse group of intellectually curious people, solving hard problems, and living by our core values while bonded by the shared vision to secure our nation - join us!

Responsibilities:

• Lead Strategic Discovery: Partner with federal stakeholders to identify high-value AI opportunities, define use cases, and align on mission objectives.
• Design AI- Solutions: Architect end-to-end AI/ML systems, including LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented (RAG) pipelines, data architectures, and orchestration workflows.
• Technical Design & AI Reasoning: Demonstrate deep understanding of LLM reasoning, prompt design, model evaluation, and implementation trade-offs (e.g., latency vs. accuracy, safety, or data sensitivity).
• Ensure Security & Governance: Integrate solutions meeting NIST SP 1270, DoD Responsible AI Strategy, DoD Responsible AI Toolkit, and NIST SP 800-53 Risk Management Framework
• Accelerate Delivery: Collaborate with Forward Deployed Software Engineers (FDSEs) and development teams to rapidly prototype, test, and iterate solutions.
• Build & Validate Proofs of Concept: Develop Python/Flask-based prototypes, microservices, or interactive demos to validate architecture and demonstrate measurable mission value.
• Guardrails & Moderation: Design and implement content filtering, moderation, and guardrail enforcement for GenAI workflows using techniques such as policy tuning, API filtering, or embedding-based screening.
• Codify and Scale Best Practices: Create reusable frameworks, reference architectures, and deployment patterns to scale AI across programs and agencies.
• Drive Executive Alignment: Translate technical solutions into clear, outcome-driven narratives for senior government leaders.
• Enable Organizational Scale: Develop training, documentation, and implementation guides to ensure sustainable adoption and knowledge transfer.

Required Qualifications:

Education/Experience/Clearance

• Active DoD Secret Clearance (or ability to obtain one).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related technical field ().
• 7+ years in technical consulting, solution architecture, or field engineering, with an emphasis on AI/ML systems.
• Proven record delivering AI/ML or data-driven solutions for federal or public-sector clients.
• Experience managing projects from discovery to production deployment.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Technical Expertise

Technical Expertise:

Candidates must demonstrate experience and provide “how I used X” context for the following areas:

• AI/ML & LLM Systems: Experience designing and deploying LLM-based systems, RAG, LangChain, Semantic Kernel, or embedding-based retrieval. Understanding of prompt engineering, model reasoning, and trade-offs in accuracy, safety, or performance.
• Cloud / Infrastructure: Foundational knowledge of AWS, Azure, and/or GCP, including relevant AI/ML services, containerization technologies (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud specific Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (i.e. Bicep, Terraform, and JSON based ARM templates) for provisioning.
• Software Engineering: Proficiency in Python, experience developing Flask APIs, and understanding of API integration, error handling, and system architecture beyond basic examples.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to architect scalable solutions and troubleshoot end-to-end AI workflows to enhance mission operations and organizational performance.
• Communication: Ability to clearly explain technical concepts (e.g., OCR, RAG, embeddings, or vector search) to non-technical audiences and federal stakeholders.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills for executive and non-technical audiences.
• Strategic thinker who thrives in ambiguous, high-stakes situations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset.

At the heart of our organization lies a set of five core values that guide every facet of our work. "Mission First" epitomizes our unwavering commitment to our goals. "People Always" underscores the significance we place on our team's well-being and development. We continually strive to "Be Eminent" by consistently pushing the boundaries of excellence. "Embrace the Team" reflects our unwavering belief in the power of collaboration, recognizing that together, we attain greatness. With every action, we "Act with a Purpose," ensuring that our efforts contribute meaningfully to a larger mission. These values serve as the bedrock of our company culture, propelling us forward as a united and purpose-driven team.

Why Join NetCentrics

Join us not just to be a part of safeguarding our nation, but to be at the forefront of innovation, where your ideas and expertise play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity and IT. Together, we're not just protecting systems; we're pioneering them. Come be a part of our team and redefine the possibilities in our industry!

Commitment to

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , veteran status or on the basis of .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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