AI Machine Learning Developer Principal

Job ID: 2616563-OTHLOC-100000685975237

Location

Arlington, VA, US

Date Posted

2026-09-04

Category

Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory

Machine Learning Engineer

Schedule

Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required

TS.SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

None

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_HYBRID

Description

We are seeking to build a team of AI/ML Developers to join our Solutions and Technology Group, reporting to the Intel Space CTO. In this matrixed role, you will lead the creation, prototyping, and operationalization of cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Proof of Concepts (PoCs) specifically tailored for Intelligence Community (IC) mission use cases.

This is a dynamic, high-impact set of positions supporting multiple programs. You will operate as a shared technical subject matter expert, balancing intermixed timelines, competing program priorities, and evolving delivery expectations. The ideal candidates excels at rapid prototyping, taking complex concepts and turning them into functional demonstrations. This is a hybrid opportunity and are open to candidates in Chantilly or NOVA. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance.

1. Rapid PoC & Demo Prototyping (40%)

• Design & Build: Rapidly design, build, and deploy high-fidelity, visual AI/ML prototypes (GenAI/LLMs, NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics) to address complex IC mission needs. The PoCs can be either on the unclassified side or on-prem in a SCIF.
• Mission Alignment: Collaborate with program leads and stakeholders to align prototypes with real-world user workflows and emerging technical requirements.

2. Operationalization & MLOps Integration (30%)

* Secure Deployment: Transition sandboxed PoCs into secure, multi-tenant cloud environments (AWS C2S, Azure Secret) and air-gapped netwo