AI Engineer

Overview

Planned Systems International (PSI) is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to support the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Information & Technology (OIT). This position will lead the design, development, and implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Machine Learning (ML), and intelligent automation solutions that enhance enterprise software engineering, testing, DevSecOps, and IT operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify high-value AI opportunities, develop proof-of-concepts, and deliver secure, scalable, production-ready AI solutions aligned with VA AI governance and Trustworthy AI principles. 

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-powered applications using Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, and Machine Learning. 
• Build AI Copilots, AI Agents, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions to improve software engineering, testing, documentation, and operational workflows. 

• Develop intelligent automation solutions for test case generation, defect analysis, knowledge management, predictive analytics, and process optimization. 

• Integrate AI capabilities into enterprise applications, APIs, Azure cloud services, and DevSecOps pipelines. 

• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and rapidly develop Proofs of Concept (PoCs). 

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, testers, and business stakeholders to identify and implement innovative AI solutions. 

• Ensure all AI solutions comply with VA cybersecurity, privacy, accessibility, and Trustworthy AI requirements. 

• Project Management: Manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality deliverables. 

• Brand Ambassador: Educate colleagues on brand standards and ensure all visual communications reflect the organization’s identity. 

• Technical Skills: Use advanced features in graphic and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Visio) to automate and enhance design processes. 

• Perform a technical edit for quality assurance on all presentation and documentation prior to delivery to the customer. 

• Create and implement consistent templates and documentation styles for all PowerPoints, Diagrams, and technical publications. 

• Collaborate with subject matter experts when creating user guides, process documentation, new templates, template updates, and presentations to understand project specifications and needs. 

• Analyze team presentations to ensure efficiency and that all aspects of the process are documented. 

• Create, edit, and maintain training material, brown bags, and instructional supplements to ensure processes are understood as well as review all documentation and training materials to keep them up to date. 

• Provide a high level of customer service by adopting the customer’s mission and working towards success. 

• Work with AI to improve these functions. 

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (required for VA contract eligibility).
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field. 
• 5+ years of overall software engineering experience. 
• 2+ years of hands-on experience developing AI, Machine Learning, or Generative AI solutions. 
• Strong programming experience with Python. 
• Experience with Azure OpenAI, OpenAI APIs, or similar LLM platforms. 
• Experience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or comparable AI frameworks. 
• Experience building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications and AI Agents. 
• Experience developing REST APIs using FastAPI or similar frameworks. 
• Familiarity with Git, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Docker, and cloud-native development. 
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or other Federal agencies. 

• Experience with healthcare IT, EHRM, VistA, Oracle Health Millennium, FHIR, or HL7. 

• Experience with Azure AI Studio, Azure Machine Learning, vector databases, and prompt engineering. 

• Knowledge of NIST AI Risk Management Framework, Responsible AI, and Federal AI governance. 
• Current Moderate Background Investigation (MBI) and VA network access a plus. 

Additional Information

• Python • Azure OpenAI • OpenAI APIs • LangChain • LangGraph • LlamaIndex • Semantic Kernel • RAG • AI Agents • Machine Learning • FastAPI • Azure AI Studio • Azure DevOps • Docker • Kubernetes • SQL • Git • REST APIs • Vector Databases 
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio  

Company Benefits

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [email protected], or by dialing 703-575-8400.