Gen AI Developer

Job Title: Gen AI DeveloperJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is currently looking for a Gen AI Developer to join our BEAGLE (Border Enforcement Applications for Government Leading-Edge Information Technology) Agile Solution Factory (ASF) Team supporting Customs and Border Control (CBP) client located in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

As a member of the BEAGLE ASF Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation’s safety, security, and prosperity. CBP agents and officers are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.

ASF programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels.

You will excel at developing innovative software solutions as part of a technically diverse and geographically disbursed team. A strong passion for AI technologies and experience with agile delivery and deploying software in short sprints.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement custom software solutions for a variety of AI/ML-related pilot projects and use cases.
• Act as a member of one or more prototyping teams supporting teammates and collaborating to deliver working software applications on short timelines.
• Analyze complex project-related problems and creating innovative solutions involving technology, methodology, tools, and solution components.
• Actively participate in agile delivery phases and ceremonies including release and sprint planning, artifact creation, sprint testing, demonstrations, and retrospectives
• Staying current with the latest advancements in AI technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Design systems that can scale horizontally and handle high availability
• work with Data Scientist teams to integrate applications with AI/ML, Big Data, or BI solutions
• Ability to work independently on a complex task with little direction and management oversight.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include, but not limited to:

• 3-year check for felony convictions
• year check for illegal drug use
• year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud

• BA/BS Degree. Will consider experience in lieu of degree.
• 7 or more years of full stack software development experience or related role which includes experience with front-end frameworks such as React / Angular, and possess a comprehensive knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with fundamental Generative AI concepts, including Large Language Models (LLMs), transformers, and prompt engineering techniques.
  • Exposure to or basic practical experience with relevant GenAI frameworks and libraries
  • Experience working with APIs for commercial or open-source models
• Ability to analyze technically complex problems and develop and implement new and innovative solutions in a fast-moving and fluid software prototyping development environment.
• Expertise in multiple software developer languages including, but not limited to: Python, Java, JavaScript, and TypeScript
• Demonstrated experience with cloud services and platforms (AWS and Google) which includes an understanding of how to deploy, manage, and scale applications
• Familiarity with cloud architecture
• Knowledge of virtual networks, load balancers, and content delivery networks (CDNs)
• Experience working with DevSecOps.
• Ability to develop and work with APIs including familiarity with RESTful services, knowledge of authentication methods, familiarity with data formats, and skilled in handling API errors.
• Ability to understand API development and management.
• Work hybrid schedule with an on-site requirement in Ashburn, VA

Desired:

• Technical certifications such as AWS Certified Developer and AWS AI Certified Practitioner
• Experience with DevOps (CI/CD) solutions such as GitLab, etc.
• Experience with AI/ML solutions or complex solutions for predictive analytics, such as Google Vertex AI and AWS Bedrock
• Experience working in a geographically dispersed, remote team.
• Understanding of Data Science principles and best practices.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300-$189,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.