MetroStar Systems is an award-winning IT management consulting firm that works with over 20+ Federal sector clients across law enforcement, foreign affairs, military, and regulatory. We are looking for an AI/ML Lead who is passionate about bringing creative architect solutions to end customers.

Don’t meet every single Must Have? If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to go ahead and apply. Studies have shown that women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At MetroStar, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture and we pride ourselves on making great matches. Best of luck! – The MetroStar People & Culture Team

You're a great fit if:

• You're disciplined in requirements management and have strong attention to detail
• You’re passionate about optimizing agile team performance through the creation of clear, concise, and testable user stories
• You’re passionate about collaborating as part of a broader agile development team
• You own your work and have excellent communication and collaboration skills
• You offer thought leadership to drive executive level clients forward in IT modernization planning and implementation
• You are experienced in developing whitepapers, proof of concept solutions, and have demonstrated experience in translating these types of activities into growth

You'll love this opportunity if: (This is the stuff you MUST have to be a fit)

• You have a minimum of ten (10) years of IT experience, focusing on enterprise data architecture and management.
• You have at least eight (8) years of experience in Conceptual/Logical/Physical data modeling.
• You have experience in modeling solutions in AWS that us AI/ML algorithms
• You have at least ten (10) years of proven expertise in Relational and Dimensional Data Modeling.
• You have experience of cloud architecture, specifically AWS, as it relates to data processing (i.e., EC2, S3, Redshift, etc.).
• You are able to define & maintain BI/Data Warehouse methodologies, standards, and industry best practices.
• You have experience leading and architecting enterprise-wide initiatives, specifically system integration, data migration, transformation, data warehouse build, data mart build, data lakes implementation / support, as well as O&M etc. for a large enterprise.
• You possess expertise in large scale database requirements supporting diverse data types.
• You have experience briefing the benefits and constraints of technology solutions to technology partners, stakeholders, team members, and senior levels of management.
• You have at a minimum a bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Technology Management or Engineering, or other comparable degree or experience
• You have the ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Suitability

We'll REALLY love you if you have (This is the bonus stuff that makes you stand out):

• Machine Learning, Data Science and AI such as NLP, Computer Vision, Entity Resolution, Time-Series Analysis, etc. with a specialty in at least one of these practices.
• Hands-on experience with Scientific Python and Data Science open-source technologies
• Experience with deep learning technologies (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Experience with big data and distributed computing (e.g., Spark, Dask)
• Strong communicator in client facing engagements including presentations and demonstrations
• You possess the ability to work independently/with minimal oversight
• You're a team player, passionate, and have a strong work ethic!
• A PhD in mathematics, informatics, or STEM related field
• Experience in DevSecOps and MLOps environments

What your day will look like:

• You'll analyze complex datasets to assess performance or find new patterns
• You'll apply machine learning techniques to data sets related to immigration
• You'll present results to a diverse audience in presentation or report form
• You'll lead architectural design, technical support, and advisement services to ensure identity management system technologies are integrated and meeting the appropriate security requirements
• You’ll support leadership who engage with senior level executives at a public facing Federal agency and provide subject matter expertise in security architecture and other key domain areas

The Admin Stuff:  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

The Legal Stuff:  MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar Systems.