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Deloitte

Customer Deployment Specialist

Richmond, VA · On-site

Experience with artificial intelligence/large language model platform features, including Skills, Model Context Protocol (MCP), Plugins, or partner-led delivery models involving systems integrators ...

Ironclad Defense Works

Data Scientist / AI Engineer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$115 - $130/hr

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The role requires strong hands-on experience with generative AI, large language models (LLMs), distributed systems, microservices, containerized applications, and modern software engineering ...

Brookfield

Director, Claims Triage

Richmond, VA · On-site

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The successful candidate will lead the implementation of a Large Language Model (LLM) that will transform the way this team performs its work. The Director also oversees budgeting, talent development ...

Deloitte

Customer Deployment Specialist

Mclean, VA · On-site

Experience with artificial intelligence/large language model platform features, including Skills, Model Context Protocol (MCP), Plugins, or partner-led delivery models involving systems integrators ...

VTG

AI Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Large Language Model (LLM) integrations * Autonomous and semi-autonomous workflows * AI orchestration frameworks * Predictive analytics and traditional ML models Lead the end-to-end AI lifecycle ...

VTG

AI Architect

Chantilly, VA

Large Language Model (LLM) integrations * Autonomous and semi-autonomous workflows * AI orchestration frameworks * Predictive analytics and traditional ML models Lead the end-to-end AI lifecycle ...

VTG

AI Architect with Security Clearance

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Large Language Model (LLM) integrations * Autonomous and semi-autonomous workflows * AI orchestration frameworks * Predictive analytics and traditional ML models Lead the end-to-end AI lifecycle ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Full-Stack Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

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Integrating and operating on-device AI/ML components, including local open-weight language models, retrieval-augmented generation, a vector store and embeddings, speech transcription, and multimodal ...

Altagrove LLC

Data Science

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Design and implement Large Language Model (LLM) solutions, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures, vector databases, and AI-enabled knowledge management capabilities. * Develop scalable ...

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What is a language model?

Language models are artificial intelligence systems designed to understand, generate, and manipulate human language. They are trained on vast amounts of text data to predict the next word in a sequence, answer questions, write content, translate languages, and perform other language-related tasks. Modern language models, such as those based on deep learning, have revolutionized natural language processing by enabling more accurate and context-aware interactions between humans and machines.

What is the difference between Language Model vs Data Scientist?

AspectLanguage ModelData Scientist
Required CredentialsNone specific; knowledge of NLP and AI concepts helpfulBachelor's or higher in Data Science, Statistics, or related fields
Work EnvironmentAI development teams, research labs, tech companiesBusiness, finance, healthcare, and various industries
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in AI applications, chatbots, content generationAnalyzing data, building models, providing insights

While both roles involve working with data and AI, a Language Model is an AI system designed to understand and generate human language, often developed by AI engineers. A Data Scientist analyzes data to extract insights and build predictive models, often utilizing language models as tools. Understanding the differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the AI and data fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a language model, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Language Model Engineer, you need a strong background in computer science, machine learning, and natural language processing, often supported by a relevant degree. Experience with frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch, and familiarity with large-scale data processing tools, are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills help in designing effective models and working with cross-functional teams. These capabilities are crucial for developing performant and accurate language models that meet complex real-world communication needs.

What are the common challenges faced by professionals working on language model development teams?

Professionals developing language models often encounter challenges such as managing large datasets, addressing biases in training data, and optimizing model performance while balancing computational resources. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including data scientists, engineers, and domain experts—is essential to ensure the model's accuracy and relevance. Additionally, staying current with rapid advancements in AI research and maintaining responsible AI practices are crucial aspects of the role.

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Lead AI and Decision Engineer

The MITRE Corporation

Mclean, VA • On-site

$105K - $138K/yr

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Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day-working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and people in partnership. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us.
Our AI-enhanced Insights and Decisions department has a need for a Lead Artificial Intelligence and Decision Engineer with a passion for artificial intelligence (AI) and expertise in algorithms and decision making. We are specifically looking for talent in machine learning (including deep learning and reinforcement learning), and one or more of the following technical areas: large language models (LLM), generative and agentic AI, decision science, human-centered AI, human-machine teaming, cognitive science, AI testing and evaluation, multi-agent systems, knowledge-based reasoning, automated planning, semantics, and ontologies.
As an Artificial Intelligence and Decision Engineer, you will have opportunities to work on a wide range of problems, working in interdisciplinary teams. Your experience will allow you to:
  • Apply large language models to sponsors' decision making and problem-solving challenges.
  • Design, develop, evaluate, and field AI solutions that inform consequential, mission-critical decisions.
  • Identify and lead new R&D opportunities to strengthen the nation's growing artificial intelligence capabilities.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical leadership on cross-functional teams developing and implementing AI-enhanced decision systems, including capabilities that leverage large language model technology.
  • Apply modern AI and engineering techniques to develop decision support software prototypes based on analysis of workflow and operational needs.
  • Propose and execute novel, cutting-edge research in Al-enhanced decision systems.
  • Evaluate Al solutions against sponsor requirements and produce actionable recommendations.
  • Lead projects or small teams to solve complex decision problems for our sponsors.
  • Convey complex ideas to non-technical audiences through briefings and/or white papers.
  • Lead, mentor, and collaborate with technical staff

Basic Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in artificial intelligence with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of AI-related education and work experience.
  • Hands-on experience with machine learning (including deep learning and reinforcement learning), and one or more of the following technical areas: large language models (LLM), generative and agentic AI, decision science, human-centered AI, human-machine teaming, cognitive science, AI testing and evaluation, multi-agent systems, knowledge-based reasoning, automated planning, semantics, and ontologies.
  • Ability to articulate challenges in high-stakes decision making with AI and identify gaps.
  • A keen interest in learning about and rapidly responding to new problems across a variety of domains.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate challenging technical concepts to both lay and expert audiences.
  • Ability to work independently to learn new technologies, techniques, processes, languages, platforms, and systems.
  • Proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and engage senior mission stakeholders across technical and operational domains.
  • Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOD TS/SCI security clearance.
  • This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in computer science, engineering, or related disciplines.
  • Track record of successful deployment of AI/ML decision support systems or components that have been used by customers or stakeholders outside of a lab/experimental setting.
  • Experience leading teams of 5 or more to solve complex technical challenges.
  • Experience with testing and evaluation of AI systems.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
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This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Top Secret/SCI
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Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day-working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities, and a culture of innovation that embraces diversity, inclusion, flexibility, collaboration, and career growth. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE-and make a difference with us. MITRE is a trusted operator of federally funded research and development centers and we're on a mission to make the world a safer place-for all of humanity, today and in the future. To deliver on our mission, we need the world's best talent and leaders-groundbreakers and partnership-builders on a global scale in areas like healthcare, artificial intelligence, critical infrastructure resiliency, pandemic management, and cybersecurity. In return, we have the privilege of backing you with thousands of technical experts in diverse fields, a culture of innovation and knowledge sharing, access to data and resources uniquely available to MITRE through our wide-ranging partnerships across government, industry and academia.

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