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Senior AI Engineer (LLM / RAG / AI/ML)
Location: Fort Meade, MD (Onsite)
Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph Apply Now!
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myitrecruiterbrenton/ We are seeking a Senior AI Engineer to support advanced AI and emerging technology initiatives, focusing on building and deploying cutting-edge AI/ML solutions. This role emphasizes Large Language Models (LLMs), data engineering, and scalable AI architectures in a secure, mission-driven environment.
This is a highly technical, hands-on role ideal for engineers with strong software engineering foundations and experience operationalizing AI/ML capabilities. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain AI/ML solutions supporting advanced analytics and automation efforts
Build and optimize LLM orchestration frameworks integrating multiple AI components
Develop systems combining RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), static analysis tools, and automated testing pipelines
Engineer data pipelines to ingest, clean, transform, and vectorize structured and unstructured data
Fine-tune and optimize Large Language Models (LLMs) for specialized use cases
Design and implement database solutions supporting vector search, metadata, and artifact storage
Support development of tools for vulnerability identification and mitigation using AI/ML techniques
Deploy and manage AI solutions within secure, containerized, and networked environments
Conduct performance tuning, scalability analysis, and system optimization
Support security assessments and ATO processes for deployed AI systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile development environment Required Qualifications Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent)
Strong proficiency in Python development
Hands-on experience with AI/ML systems and LLM integration
Experience building or working with RAG architectures and data pipelines
Experience with data preprocessing, transformation, and vectorization techniques
Knowledge of relational and vector databases
Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (Git, Jira, Confluence)
Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience delivering production systems Preferred Qualifications Experience with static code analyzers and automated testing pipelines
Familiarity with modern LLM tools and platforms (e.g., Claude, Codex or similar)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Exposure to Rust or other systems-level programming languages
Experience building AI solutions in high-security or controlled environments
Knowledge of advanced AI-driven cybersecurity or vulnerability detection techniques Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Equivalent experience may be considered Why This Role Work on next-generation AI/ML and LLM-driven systems
Direct impact on advanced analytics and security-focused AI capabilities
Highly technical environment with ownership of end-to-end AI solutions
Long-term, stable onsite opportunity in the Fort Meade market The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.