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Cooperidge Consulting Firm

AI/ML & Data Architect

Cooperidge Consulting Firm, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046

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Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a

Mid to Senior Level AI/ML & Data Architect

for a top

Federal Consulting

client. This strategic role defines and implements the customer's data and AI strategies by contributing to architectural artifacts, data modeling, metadata management, and governance practices. The Architect ensures that all data and AI initiatives, including the evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs), align rigorously with Enterprise Architecture and Data Management policies within a hybrid work environment near Laurel, MD.

Cooperidge Consulting Firm provided pay range This range is provided by Cooperidge Consulting Firm. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Job Responsibilities

Design and maintain robust logical and conceptual data models, including the creation of data flow diagrams, data dictionaries, and canonical data models

Support data integration and the evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) within the organization's Enterprise Architecture

Develop CDMs (Conceptual Data Models), LDMs (Logical Data Models), and translate physical schemas into LDMs in support of a comprehensive Data Registry

Collaborate closely with stakeholders, enterprise architects, and system owners to identify data requirements and align them with enterprise standards

Provide technical advice and architectural guidance on advanced technologies, including AI, Machine Learning, High Performance Computing, and containerization

Support metadata and master data management initiatives and provide guidance for data sharing, interoperability, and data quality best practices

Develop and document data and technical-related policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal requirements

Requirements Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Engineering/Science, Data Science, or a related field is required (Equivalent work experience considered)

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in data architecture, data modeling, or enterprise data design is required

Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with AWS and MS Azure enterprise data and AI/ML solutions is required

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the use of AI/ML models and LLMs, with exposure to model training, is required

Hands-on experience designing and maintaining conceptual and logical data models is mandatory

Experience working with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., Oracle, MongoDB) is required

Experience integrating disparate data sources and supporting data modernization initiatives is required

Certifications/Licenses

Must have US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance if necessary

Certifications such as CDMP, TOGAF, and Cloud certifications are preferred

Knowledge of federal data strategy and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, FISMA) is preferred

Skills

Practical experience in the development and documentation of data-related policies, standards, and procedures

Strong ability to prepare and conduct customer presentations and briefings

Understanding of enterprise data domains, healthcare data standards, or government data governance practices is preferred

Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., FEAF, DODAF) and data modeling/ETL tools is preferred

Benefits

Full-time roles offering overtime and weekend work opportunities

Competitive hourly wages plus potential quarterly bonuses

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans

Life insurance coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions

Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Employee discount programs and perks

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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