Credence
Overview
Credence is one of the largest privately held technology services companies in the country, repeatedly recognized as a top place to work and ranked on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.
At Credence, we support our clients’ mission‑critical needs, powered by technology. We deliver cutting‑edge solutions—including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities—to the largest federal defense and health organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and help secure our nation’s future.
Position Summary Credence has an immediate need for a
Senior AI Technical Lead
to join our growing AI and Automation practice. Ideally we are looking for individuals with experience working with the Department of Defense and/or the US Military branches.
In this role, you will design and lead the development of cutting‑edge AI solutions that drive real‑world impact across federal programs. You will guide cross‑functional teams, shape technical strategy, and mentor engineers in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with a strong background in AI/ML development, cloud platforms, and enterprise‑scale systems design.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI and ML models and systems
Translate business requirements into technical solutions across multiple federal missions
Oversee the AI/ML development lifecycle, including architecture design, experimentation, and performance optimization
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (DevOps, Data Engineering, Cybersecurity) to integrate AI into production environmentsProvide technical mentorship and conduct code/design reviews for junior and mid‑level engineers
Research and evaluate emerging AI/ML tools, technologies, and frameworks to drive innovation
Ensure all solutions meet federal security, compliance, and cloud architecture standards
Qualifications
Master’s degree in AI, Machine Learning, or a related field
Minimum of 5+ years of hands‑on experience in AI/ML solution development
Minimum of 5+ years working with Department of Defense (DoD) and/or Military branches.
Demonstrated experience leading AI/ML initiatives or technical teams
Strong understanding of agentic AI including Transformers, Model Context Protocol, Agent2Agent Protocol, LangGraph, and other modern frameworks.
Proficiency in Python and Typescript for application development and advanced scripting
Experience deploying AI solutions in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
Familiarity with CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps principles
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Git, Jira)
Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Strong understanding of the federal government, data engineering and data modeling concepts
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, Zero Trust Architecture, RMF and FedRAMP compliance
Prior experience with federal or public sector digital modernization projects
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, or service‑oriented architecture (SOA) frameworks
Please join us, as together we build a better world one mission at a time powered by Technology and its People!
Location:
Hybrid : Hanscom AFB, Rome, NY, Warner Robins, GA, Dayton, OH.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
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At Credence, we support our clients’ mission‑critical needs, powered by technology. We deliver cutting‑edge solutions—including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities—to the largest federal defense and health organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and help secure our nation’s future.
Position Summary Credence has an immediate need for a
Senior AI Technical Lead
to join our growing AI and Automation practice. Ideally we are looking for individuals with experience working with the Department of Defense and/or the US Military branches.
In this role, you will design and lead the development of cutting‑edge AI solutions that drive real‑world impact across federal programs. You will guide cross‑functional teams, shape technical strategy, and mentor engineers in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with a strong background in AI/ML development, cloud platforms, and enterprise‑scale systems design.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI and ML models and systems
Translate business requirements into technical solutions across multiple federal missions
Oversee the AI/ML development lifecycle, including architecture design, experimentation, and performance optimization
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (DevOps, Data Engineering, Cybersecurity) to integrate AI into production environmentsProvide technical mentorship and conduct code/design reviews for junior and mid‑level engineers
Research and evaluate emerging AI/ML tools, technologies, and frameworks to drive innovation
Ensure all solutions meet federal security, compliance, and cloud architecture standards
Qualifications
Master’s degree in AI, Machine Learning, or a related field
Minimum of 5+ years of hands‑on experience in AI/ML solution development
Minimum of 5+ years working with Department of Defense (DoD) and/or Military branches.
Demonstrated experience leading AI/ML initiatives or technical teams
Strong understanding of agentic AI including Transformers, Model Context Protocol, Agent2Agent Protocol, LangGraph, and other modern frameworks.
Proficiency in Python and Typescript for application development and advanced scripting
Experience deploying AI solutions in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
Familiarity with CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps principles
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Git, Jira)
Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Strong understanding of the federal government, data engineering and data modeling concepts
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, Zero Trust Architecture, RMF and FedRAMP compliance
Prior experience with federal or public sector digital modernization projects
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, or service‑oriented architecture (SOA) frameworks
Please join us, as together we build a better world one mission at a time powered by Technology and its People!
Location:
Hybrid : Hanscom AFB, Rome, NY, Warner Robins, GA, Dayton, OH.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
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