AI Platform Developer VBP

Job Summary

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking an AI Developer to enhance municipal operations and public-service delivery through AI-driven applications and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI-driven applications, models, and automation solutions that support city operations.
• Build and maintain AI platforms, including machine learning pipelines, natural language processing tools, and predictive analytics models.
• Collaborate with city departments to identify opportunities for AI-enabled improvements in service delivery, efficiency, and citizen engagement.
• Integrate AI solutions with existing enterprise systems, data sources, and cloud platforms.
• Ensure AI systems comply with city policies, cybersecurity standards, and ethical guidelines for responsible AI use.
• Conduct data analysis, feature engineering, and model training using structured and unstructured datasets.
• Monitor model performance, retrain models as needed, and maintain documentation for transparency and auditability.
• Support automation initiatives using AI-enhanced workflows, chatbots, and decision-support tools.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to staff on AI tools and capabilities.
• Participate in project planning, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement cycles.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; OR 6 or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3–5+ years of experience in AI/ML development, data engineering, or software development.
• Proficiency with AI/ML frameworks and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with Python, SQL, APIs, and cloud-based AI services.
• Strong understanding of machine learning concepts, data modeling, and algorithm development.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with data governance, security, and responsible AI practices.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working in local government, public-sector IT, or civic-tech environments.
• Knowledge of municipal operations, public-service workflows, or government data systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with automation tools, RPA platforms, or AI-enhanced workflow systems.
• Certifications in AI/ML, cloud technologies, or data engineering.
• Experience developing AI solutions for customer service, predictive maintenance, permitting, public safety, or resource planning.

About ZelTech

Zel Technologies is a trusted leader in national security, providing comprehensive research, development, engineering, and operational support to the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal agencies. ZelTech remains committed to delivering adaptive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions across multiple domains, in alignment with the mission priorities of the U.S. Government and its partner nations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k immediate vesting with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary life/accidental death & dismemberment
• Education assistance and special training programs
• Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life)
• Group life insurance (Company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave
• Health and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Employee discounts on various services and products