**ManTech** seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented **AI** **Software Developer** to join our team in the **Northern VA area** . As part of the position, you will act as a senior principal consultant designing and implementing individual components of PaaS and SaaS services for AI applications. This is a fully onsite position in the Northern VA area. **Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:** + Analyzes detailed requirements and develops detailed design for a specific PaaS or SaaS component. + Provides implementation services for a specific PaaS and SaaS component to include extensions and additional configurations necessary to implement customer unique business processes and workflows. Develops, implements, and maintains software solutions AI-enabled applications. + Works closely with data scientists to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications. + Develops and integrates AI and ML capabilities on a cloud-hosted data platform that supports significant market adoption, high performance, and strict access control and governance. + Stays current with advancements in AI, machine learning, and software engineering, incorporating best practices into the development process. + Performs routine health checks and optimizations of system performance, availability, access controls and security. Performs system optimization, performance tuning and assists in capacity planning. + Performs proactive analysis of potential issues, risks and roadblocks during system implementation and operations. **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. + 6 or more years (5 with Master’s) of experience in software development, systems integration, data management, or related fields. + 3 or more years of consulting experience + Experience with configuring and developing in a major public cloud system such as Oracle, Azure, AWS, or GCP. + Experience in programming and/or scripting languages such as JavaScript, Python, C++, or Java. + Experience with software development frameworks and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Flask, Docker). + Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including design patterns, data structures, and algorithms. + Experience with DevOps tools and techniques for building integrations with external systems including Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Example tools include Jenkins, GitLab, Ansible, Terraform, AWS Cloud Formation Templates **Preferred Qualifications:** + Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. + Experience with social media platforms, collaboration systems, and web scraping tools. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. **Clearance Requirements:** + Must possess a current and active TS/SCI with poly **Physical Requirements:** + The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations. ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.