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Job Title:
Intermediate AI Cloud Engineer Location:
within 50 miles of Washington DC Employment Type:
contract Industry:
Artificial Intelligence | Cloud Computing | Data Engineering As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) NO C2C We are seeking a
motivated and technically skilled Intermediate AI Cloud Engineer
to support the development and deployment of AI and machine learning solutions in a secure cloud environment. This role will work across data engineering, generative AI, and DevSecOps practices to build scalable, cloud-based AI services using AWS technologies. Ideal candidates will have a solid foundation in programming, cloud infrastructure, and AI/ML frameworks, with hands-on experience in deploying AI models and maintaining secure, compliant data systems. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement AI/ML solutions using generative models such as GPT, Llama, Claude, and HuggingFace libraries. Use deep learning frameworks like
PyTorch
and
Transformers
to train, evaluate, and optimize models. Contribute to AI innovation efforts by applying Generative AI techniques to real-world business problems. Build and maintain scalable, secure data pipelines and storage systems using AWS data services (e.g., S3, Redshift, DynamoDB). Utilize AWS AI services (Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker, Rekognition, Comprehend, Transcribe) to accelerate model deployment. Collaborate with DevOps and data teams to manage infrastructure for AI workloads, including data lakes and cloud analytics platforms. DevSecOps & Automation: Contribute to secure, repeatable deployments through CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools such as
Terraform ,
Docker , and
Kubernetes . Follow DevSecOps best practices to ensure compliance with cloud security and governance standards, including FedRAMP and FISMA. Work with cross-functional teams to interpret business needs and implement AI solutions that align with strategic goals. Support training efforts and knowledge-sharing workshops to promote adoption of AI tools across internal teams. Basic Qualifications: Minimum
5 years
of relevant experience in AI/ML, data engineering, or cloud development. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field (or equivalent experience). Proficient in programming languages such as
Python ,
Java , or similar. Experience with cloud platforms and tools, particularly
AWS AI
and
AWS data services . Familiar with
Terraform ,
Kubernetes ,
Docker , and
GitLab
for infrastructure and code management. Strong understanding of
data governance ,
security principles , and government compliance policies (FedRAMP, FISMA). Experience implementing
DevSecOps
practices and working within
CI/CD
pipelines. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team. As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), ECCO Select will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions. Preferred Qualifications: Hands-on experience with generative AI models and large language models (LLMs). Contributions to open-source AI projects or community initiatives. AWS certifications in AI or Machine Learning (preferred but not required). Experience working in federal or regulated environments is a plus. This is a great opportunity
for a mid-level engineer ready to take the next step in AI and cloud computing—working on cutting-edge solutions that integrate scalable infrastructure, secure deployments, and powerful generative AI tools. About Us ECCO Select is certified as a Women-owned, Minority-owned, Small Business Enterprise. We are a talent acquisition and advisory consulting company, specializing in providing people, process, and technology solutions for our clients’ needs. ECCO Select has experience in assisting our commercial and government clients successfully manage projects and programs that transform their business operations through a variety of IT solutions. We’re the talent behind the technology. To find out more about ECCO visit www.eccoselect.com. Our Commitment We would love to have you join our team! ECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. ECCO Select’s policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law This Organization Participates in E-Verify Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
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Intermediate AI Cloud Engineer Location:
within 50 miles of Washington DC Employment Type:
contract Industry:
Artificial Intelligence | Cloud Computing | Data Engineering As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) NO C2C We are seeking a
motivated and technically skilled Intermediate AI Cloud Engineer
to support the development and deployment of AI and machine learning solutions in a secure cloud environment. This role will work across data engineering, generative AI, and DevSecOps practices to build scalable, cloud-based AI services using AWS technologies. Ideal candidates will have a solid foundation in programming, cloud infrastructure, and AI/ML frameworks, with hands-on experience in deploying AI models and maintaining secure, compliant data systems. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement AI/ML solutions using generative models such as GPT, Llama, Claude, and HuggingFace libraries. Use deep learning frameworks like
PyTorch
and
Transformers
to train, evaluate, and optimize models. Contribute to AI innovation efforts by applying Generative AI techniques to real-world business problems. Build and maintain scalable, secure data pipelines and storage systems using AWS data services (e.g., S3, Redshift, DynamoDB). Utilize AWS AI services (Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker, Rekognition, Comprehend, Transcribe) to accelerate model deployment. Collaborate with DevOps and data teams to manage infrastructure for AI workloads, including data lakes and cloud analytics platforms. DevSecOps & Automation: Contribute to secure, repeatable deployments through CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools such as
Terraform ,
Docker , and
Kubernetes . Follow DevSecOps best practices to ensure compliance with cloud security and governance standards, including FedRAMP and FISMA. Work with cross-functional teams to interpret business needs and implement AI solutions that align with strategic goals. Support training efforts and knowledge-sharing workshops to promote adoption of AI tools across internal teams. Basic Qualifications: Minimum
5 years
of relevant experience in AI/ML, data engineering, or cloud development. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field (or equivalent experience). Proficient in programming languages such as
Python ,
Java , or similar. Experience with cloud platforms and tools, particularly
AWS AI
and
AWS data services . Familiar with
Terraform ,
Kubernetes ,
Docker , and
GitLab
for infrastructure and code management. Strong understanding of
data governance ,
security principles , and government compliance policies (FedRAMP, FISMA). Experience implementing
DevSecOps
practices and working within
CI/CD
pipelines. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team. As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), ECCO Select will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions. Preferred Qualifications: Hands-on experience with generative AI models and large language models (LLMs). Contributions to open-source AI projects or community initiatives. AWS certifications in AI or Machine Learning (preferred but not required). Experience working in federal or regulated environments is a plus. This is a great opportunity
for a mid-level engineer ready to take the next step in AI and cloud computing—working on cutting-edge solutions that integrate scalable infrastructure, secure deployments, and powerful generative AI tools. About Us ECCO Select is certified as a Women-owned, Minority-owned, Small Business Enterprise. We are a talent acquisition and advisory consulting company, specializing in providing people, process, and technology solutions for our clients’ needs. ECCO Select has experience in assisting our commercial and government clients successfully manage projects and programs that transform their business operations through a variety of IT solutions. We’re the talent behind the technology. To find out more about ECCO visit www.eccoselect.com. Our Commitment We would love to have you join our team! ECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. ECCO Select’s policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law This Organization Participates in E-Verify Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Contract Job function
Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ECCO Select by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Cloud Engineer jobs in
Washington DC-Baltimore Area . Reston, VA $110,000.00-$135,000.00 3 weeks ago Arlington, VA $90,000.00-$105,000.00 4 months ago Reston, VA $135,000.00-$155,000.00 1 month ago Reston, VA $81,094.00-$137,860.00 1 week ago Reston, VA $98,124.00-$166,810.00 1 day ago Arlington, VA $77,600.00-$176,000.00 1 week ago Washington, DC $180,000.00-$200,000.00 5 months ago Washington, DC $100,000.00-$125,000.00 6 days ago Arlington, VA $77,600.00-$176,000.00 1 week ago McLean, VA $86,800.00-$198,000.00 1 week ago Cloud Security - Information Security Engineer- Remote
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