AI Engineer III

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Impyrian is seeking a highly capable and innovative Senior AI / ML Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and machine learning solutions across multiple federal programs. The engineer will create intelligent automation systems to enhance decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and drive digital modernization efforts. This role demands strategic foresight, deep technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset, partnering closely with Data Engineers, Cloud Architects, Program Managers, and internal stakeholders to explore emerging AI capabilities and shape Impyrian's AI strategy.

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable AI / ML solutions within cloud environments, utilizing frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
• Leverage natural language processing (NLP), predictive analytics, and automation to optimize process efficiency.
• Lead and facilitate R&D sessions exploring emerging AI trends, tools, and methodologies-collaborating with thought leaders, academic partners, and internal innovation teams to identify new capabilities and use cases.
• Integrate AI systems into digital modernization efforts, ensuring compliance, security, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with developers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and leadership to identify new AI opportunities across projects.
• Develop and manage data pipelines, feature engineering, and model lifecycle management.
• Translate data-driven insights into scalable solutions that enhance operational decision-making.
• Guide junior team members, providing mentorship on best practices in AI / ML.
• Document technical solutions, model governance standards, and maintain project artifacts.
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge AI research and emerging technologies, proposing new initiatives for continuous innovation.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Required Qualifications

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Compensation and Benefits

Disclaimer on Compensation Range

The compensation range listed for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws and reflects the employer's good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for the role at the time of posting. This range does not represent a specific offer and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of compensation.

Actual salary offers may fall outside of the posted range and will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to :

We encourage all interested applicants to apply, regardless of whether their desired compensation aligns perfectly with the posted range.

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits :

Impyrian is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Individuals able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions.