AI Platform Architect

You've stumbled upon the rare B Corp government contractor! At TCG, we aim to prove that businesses can be good to their employees and responsible to their community, all while being profitable. In anticipation of an upcoming award, we are seeking an AI Platform Architect. This is an innovative, high end project for a pilot program to develop a Large Language Model (LLM), Generative AI application for a highly visible government agency. This is a Full Time, Short Term position and requires the candidate to be a US Citizen and hold an existing Federal Security Clearance, either a Secret or Top Secret Clearance. This is a primarily remote position but will require occasional onsite meetings in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will live within commuting distance of Washington, DC. RESPONSIBILITIES:Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions for mission-critical government applications.Build and optimize Large Language Model (LLM) and Generative AI applications.Owns target architecture and technical decisions across Postgres/object storage, agentic runtime, inference gateway, APIs, identity, observability and hosting portability.Schedule and communicate status and expectations with stakeholdersManage the integration project and communications plansEnterprise data assessment of the as-is architecture and recommendation of to-be data architectureComprehensive enterprise data analysis to include data alignment to applications and technologiesGap analysis for any architectural inconsistencies and broken componentsRecommend appropriate AI data governance, architecture, security, data tools, migration strategy, and data lifecycle management solutionsEstablish and implement an integration project plan to include data migration strategies and risk and impact analysisSupport the Federal Product Owner in backlog prioritization and development of a product roadmapConduct discovery and user requirements-gathering sessions with end-usersAct as liaison between customer, stakeholders, Delivery/Program Manager and development teamREQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:At least 15 years of general IT experience including architecture experienceExperience developing Generative AI and Large Language Model applicationsExperience with API/Security ArchitectureExperience deploying AI application in AWS/GovCloud/Azure GovernmentExperience with PostgreSQLScripting Experience with Python and JavaExperience with FedRAMP/FISMAStrong working knowledge of Agile/SCRUM methodology and documentationProfessional, client-ready written and oral communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams in a fast-paced environmentEDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experienceTCG does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, caste, or veteran status.Our B Corp mission is reflected in our benefits, including offerings like health care, 401K match, parental leave, adoption assistance, financial planning services, student loan repayment assistance, and training budget. There's more, see for yourself.TCG is recognized for treating employees well, in fact, in 2025 The Washington Post named TCG as a "Top Workplace" for the eleventh straight year, based on how our employees feel about the company, the benefits TCG offers, and the work/life balance that our staff are able to achieve. And our CEO was ranked best, by virtue of TCG employees' votes, among all midsize companies in the Washington Post Top Workplace survey.Try us ... we'll make you happy.Salary: $170,000-$185,000 commensurate with experience as judged through the interview process.

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