AI Architect (Public Trust Clearance)

SHR – S oftware H ardware R e-engineered

SHR is a premier technology integrator solving our nation’s most complex modernization and readiness challenges across the defense, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration, enterprise IT, including cloud services: cyber, software, advanced analytics, and AI. With an intimate understanding of our customers’ challenges and deep expertise in existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions.

We are seeking an AI Architect to design and implement AI/ML architectures supporting FEMA ’s cloud, analytics, and mission systems. The person in this position will integrate AI services with FEMA’s enterprise architecture and data platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect AI/ML pipelines, MLOps processes, and cloud-based model deployment.

• Evaluate AI platforms such as AWS Sagemaker, Azure ML, and GCP Vertex.

• Lead responsible AI, model governance, and bias/risk mitigation practices.

• Support use case development, prototyping, and technical evaluation.

• Collaborate with Data Engineers, PMs, and Cloud Architects to integrate AI capabilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of work experience with similar responsibilities.

• Strong background in ML engineering and distributed systems.

• Proficiency with Python, ML frameworks, and cloud ML services.

• Understanding of federal data privacy and security requirements.

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• Analytics, Cloud AI/ML certifications preferred.

Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Priority considerations for FEMA Public Trust Clearance or DHS Public Trust in the last three years. Active Public Trust, or the ability to obtain.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans with company match.

• Paid time off and federal holidays.

• Professional development support.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disabled.