AI Developer Integration VBP

Work Location Virginia Beach, VA (Onsite or Hybrid depending on department policy). Contract Information *This position is contingent upon contract award* Job Summary The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a highly skilled AI Developer specializing in workflow development and system integration to design, build, and deploy AI‑enabled automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and enhance public‑service delivery. This role focuses on integrating AI capabilities into existing city systems, creating intelligent workflows, and supporting digital transformation initiatives across departments. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with a public‑service mindset, ensuring AI solutions are secure, transparent, and aligned with city governance and ethical standards. Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy AI‑powered workflows that automate routine tasks, enhance decision‑making, and improve service delivery. Develop intelligent process automation solutions using AI/ML models, NLP tools, and workflow orchestration platforms. Create reusable workflow components, APIs, and automation modules to support citywide scalability. Optimize existing workflows to improve performance, reliability, and user experience. Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems, databases, cloud platforms, and third‑party applications. Develop and maintain APIs, connectors, and data pipelines that support AI‑driven automation. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless interoperability between AI tools and municipal systems. Support cloud‑based AI deployments, including monitoring, scaling, and lifecycle management. Implement machine learning and NLP models into production workflows. Conduct data preparation, feature engineering, and model evaluation to support workflow automation. Monitor model performance and retrain or refine models as needed. Document model behavior, workflow logic, and integration points for transparency and auditability. Collaboration, Governance & Responsible AI Work closely with city departments to identify automation opportunities and translate operational needs into AI‑enabled solutions. Ensure all AI workflows comply with city policies, cybersecurity standards, and responsible AI guidelines. Provide training and technical guidance to staff on AI‑enabled tools and workflow capabilities. Requirements Must be a US citizen. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; OR 6 or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. 3–5+ years of experience in AI development, workflow automation, or system integration. Proficiency with Python, APIs, SQL, and automation frameworks. Experience with AI/ML tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit‑learn) and workflow platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Airflow, UiPath, or similar). Strong understanding of system integration, data pipelines, and cloud‑based AI services. Ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders. Successful background and drug screening check. Preferred Requirements Experience working in local government, public‑sector IT, or civic‑tech environments. Knowledge of municipal systems such as ERP platforms, permitting systems, asset management tools, or public safety applications. Experience with Microsoft Azure AI, AWS AI services, or Google Cloud AI tools. Familiarity with RPA platforms, orchestration tools, or low‑code automation environments. Certifications in AI/ML, cloud technologies, workflow automation, or data engineering. Core Competencies Technical Problem Solving Workflow Design & Integration Ethical and Responsible AI Awareness Physical Demands or Work Environment The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of the time is spent in an office setting. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 401k immediate vesting with company match Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account with company contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Bonuses for performance Educational assistance and special training programs Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life) Group life insurance (Company paid) Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid) Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave Health and fitness reimbursement Employee discounts on various services and products Equal Employment Opportunity Statement ZelTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr ZelTech Training Solutions, LLC