AI Solution Engineer - Operations and Implementation

Who Are We? 
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results.  Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace?  Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.
 

What You'll do:

This AI Solution Engineer supports a Supply Chain Enterprise program by executing analytics workflows, data ingestion pipelines, and machine learning model operations within the operations and implementation branch. The engineer works under the technical direction of an AI Solution Engineer lead, executing ETL processes, analytics production runs, and pipeline maintenance that feed the program's analytic constructs.

This role requires on-site work in either Huntsville, AL or Northern Virginia (Washington, DC Metro Area). Limited telework may be permitted based on customer requirements and business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute ETL pipelines for supply chain data ingestion including customer technical data packages, transformation, and loading into the environment

• Run and monitor ML model inference jobs, flagging anomalies and performance degradation to the lead

• Build and maintain data pipeline automation using Python, SQL, and orchestration frameworks (Airflow, Spark, dbt, or equivalent)

• Produce analytics outputs that feed vulnerability assessments and mitigation planning

• Participate in data quality validation workflows and contribute to confidence scoring documentation

• Support iterative analytics configuration releases based on Government feedback cycles

• Maintain pipeline documentation, run logs, and provenance records per program governance standards

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in data science, analytics engineering, ML operations, or AI

• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data pipeline tools (Airflow, Spark, pandas, dbt, or equivalent); working knowledge of relational and cloud data platforms (PostgreSQL, Snowflake, or equivalent)

• Experience with ETL/ELT processes, data transformation, and analytics production workflows across structured and semi-structured data sources

• Familiarity with ML model deployment and monitoring in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or equivalent)

• Experience working under technical oversight in an integrated government delivery team

• Strong documentation practices and ability to maintain auditable process records

• Candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• Must be currently located in Huntsville, AL or the Washington, DC Metro area

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with supply chain data, entity resolution, or risk analytics

• Familiarity with government data handling requirements (CUI, NIST 800-171)

• Experience with containerized deployments (Docker/Kubernetes)

• Experience with PostgreSQL, Snowflake, or similar cloud data warehouse platforms in production analytics environments

Skills:

Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans 

• Flexible Spending Account 

• 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting) 

• Paid Time Off 

• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

• Flexible work schedule

• On-site gym and childcare option 

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell, and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Additional Resources:

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA

• Know your rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
   

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at hr@gswell.com or 703-639-1777.