About the role

The AI Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures to support AI/ML workloads for the Army Intelligence & Security Enterprise. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows and ensure data quality, security, and operational integration.

What they look for

Data Engineering Palantir Foundry Python SQL TypeScript ETL Data Architecture Machine Learning Large Language Models NLP Data Governance Systems Engineering Database Management Conversational AI Object-oriented Development

Requirements

Candidates must have at least a bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience in systems or data engineering. Proficiency in Palantir Foundry, Python, SQL, and TypeScript is required, along with an active TS/SCI security clearance.

Full description

SAIC is seeking an AI Data Engineer to join our team at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

The AI Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and architectures to support AI/ML workloads for the Army Intelligence & Security Enterprise (AISE). This role ensures data availability, quality, security, and operational integration to enable advanced analytics and decision-making. The AI Data Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize data workflows, and contribute to intelligence solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Translate business requirements into logical data models to support entity relationships and data flows.
Design and implement scalable data pipelines for AI and machine learning workloads.
Develop and maintain data architectures to ensure data quality, availability, and security.
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet AI/ML data requirements.
Optimize data workflows for real-time analytics and decision-making.
Ensure adherence to data governance policies and security protocols.
Stay current on data engineering, AI, and machine learning advancements.
Support the operational deployment and integration of AI/ML solutions to enhance intelligence capabilities.
Analyze complex data challenges and deliver practical, innovative technical solutions aligned with organizational goals.
Engage frequently with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical issues and deliver impactful solutions.
Contribute to the successful delivery of programs and projects.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.