Senior AI/ML Engineer

About The Company Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, CYNET SYSTEMS is a premier technology staffing and workforce solutions provider. Serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada, CYNET SYSTEMS specializes in delivering agile, scalable talent solutions across various domains including IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing. The company operates with a high-performing recruitment engine that spans North America and Asia, ensuring the right talent meets the right opportunity efficiently. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), CYNET SYSTEMS is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion while helping organizations build high-performing teams. The organization is also committed to quality, security, and operational excellence, holding certifications such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II, which underscore its dedication to delivering reliable and secure staffing solutions. About The Role CYNET SYSTEMS is seeking a highly skilled Senior AI/ML Engineer with over five years of experience in AI/ML, Data Science, or related fields. The ideal candidate will possess deep hands-on expertise in designing, developing, deploying, and scaling advanced AI solutions tailored for enterprise applications. This role demands a professional proficient in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, MLOps, Generative AI, and Agentic AI, capable of translating complex business problems into innovative AI-driven solutions. The Senior AI/ML Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, data science, and business units to craft scalable, secure, and responsible AI systems that enhance organizational capabilities. The position offers a pay range of $50.00 to $55.00 per hour, reflecting the level of expertise and responsibility involved. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking AI professional to lead cutting-edge projects and influence the future of enterprise AI initiatives. Qualifications The ideal candidate should possess a strong educational background with a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline. Professional experience should include a minimum of five years working in AI/ML engineering, data science, or similar roles. Expertise in programming languages such as Python and SQL is essential. Candidates should have practical experience with machine learning frameworks like Scikit-learn, XGBoost, or LightGBM, as well as deep learning tools such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Knowledge of Generative AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, embeddings, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), is required. Familiarity with Agentic AI frameworks like LangChain or LangGraph, and vector search technologies such as FAISS, Pinecone, or OpenSearch, is highly desirable. Candidates should also have experience with MLOps tools including MLflow, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of API development, containerization, and security best practices will be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, and a passion for innovation are key attributes for success in this role. Responsibilities The Senior AI/ML Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing comprehensive machine learning and deep learning solutions that address complex enterprise challenges. This includes building and productionizing models using appropriate algorithms and frameworks, ensuring their scalability and robustness. The role involves managing end-to-end MLOps pipelines that cover model training, deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management to maintain optimal performance. Developing Generative AI applications utilizing LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, and RAG techniques will be a core aspect of the position. Additionally, the engineer will design and implement Agentic AI solutions, including AI agents, multi-agent workflows, tool calling, and orchestration to automate and enhance enterprise processes. Integration of AI solutions with enterprise APIs, databases, applications, and knowledge sources is essential for seamless deployment. The engineer will deploy scalable AI solutions on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, ensuring high availability and security. Responsibilities also include implementing AI application monitoring, evaluation, observability, and security practices, adhering to responsible AI principles. Collaboration with product, engineering, data science, and business teams to translate requirements into effective AI solutions is vital. Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to AI architecture, strategy, and innovation initiatives will also be part of the role. Benefits CYNET SYSTEMS offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure comprehensive healthcare coverage. The company provides a 401(k) retirement plan to assist employees in planning for their future, along with Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and disability insurance (both short-term and long-term). Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance are also included to provide financial security. Paid sick leave is offered where mandated by state or local law, along with supplemental insurance plans such as critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection. Employees can also benefit from pet insurance, wellness programs, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) to support mental and emotional health. CYNET SYSTEMS emphasizes career development through ongoing professional training and growth opportunities, fostering an environment where employees can expand their skills and advance their careers. The company is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and innovation. Equal Opportunity CYNET SYSTEMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color