AI Engineer

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

About the Role:

Make an Impact in Federal AI — Without a Full-Time Commitment DKC Group is seeking a seasoned AI SME / AI Systems Engineer to support federal clients as they evaluate, design, and implement practical AI solutions in mission environments. This role is ideal for an experienced AI professional who wants to apply deep technical and federal market expertise in a flexible, half-time role with an expected commitment of 40 hours or less per month. If you understand how to translate mission needs into AI use cases, technical approaches, and implementation strategies and you are comfortable advising in federal environments-- we would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and AI-powered applications

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement AI/ML solutions for client needs

Build and maintain data pipelines, model training workflows, and inference systems

Evaluate and integrate large language models (LLMs), generative AI tools, and emerging AI frameworks

Monitor model performance, conduct testing, and iterate on improvements

Document technical architectures, methodologies, and best practices

Stay current with AI/ML research and translate advancements into practical applications

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field

Proven experience in machine learning, deep learning, or AI engineering

Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn

Experience with NLP, LLMs, or generative AI tools (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face)

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and MLOps practices

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Excellent communication skills and ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

Master’s degree in a related field

Federal AI strategy, digital transformation, or data modernization experience

Familiarity with Responsible AI and AI governance

Consulting experience supporting government clients

Why This Role

Flexible part-time commitment

High-impact federal mission work

Opportunity to apply senior AI expertise in a strategic advisory capacity

Work with a women-owned small business supporting complex government environments

Apply Today Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your relevant federal AI experience.

About Us:

DKC Group, is a Maryland based consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence that keeps both our clients and our team members coming back. At D. Kent Consulting Group, you'll find a dynamic environment where your ideas are valued, and your career can truly thrive.

Flexible work from home options available.