AI Software Architect
PingWind
Rockville, MD · Posted November 4, 2026
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About the job
Location: Rockville, MD Travel: Possibly across US Job Type: Full Time Required Clearance: Ability to obtain Public Trust Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred Required Experience: 10 years of relevant experience Degrees may be substituted for years of experience: 8 years of experience Description PingWind is seeking an AI Software Architect with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to join the PingWind team supporting Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning strategy in Rockville, MD. As an AI Software Architect, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include providing application and feature development leadership, coordinating with developers, developing reusable code to enable rapid development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software to our stakeholders and users. Responsibilities • Provide direction and standards for the team’s AI / ML implementation • Derive and update Interface Specifications for both inputs and outputs • Perform design reviews with development teams • Provide application and feature development leadership, working with the Technical PM and the technical team to plan projects for the team • Coordinate and lead Developers and DBAs during development, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise applications • Participate in Agile scrum ceremonies to facilitate development and hold team accountable to product roadmap • Collaborate with stakeholders and users in requirement development and BPR activities • Develop reusable code to enable rapid development • Support effective continuous integration pipelines • Write clean, efficient, and scalable code following best practices • Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance • Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards • Design and Implement security and data protection measures • Document technical specifications and development processes • Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends • Provide cross training and mentorship for developers on industry standards and best practices
Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field • 10 years of relevant experience • Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineering • Generative AI and large language models • AI solution architecture and systems engineering • AI/ML prototyping, testing, evaluation, performance assessment, and monitoring • Integration and deployment of AI/ML capabilities within approved cloud, application, and infrastructure environments • Responsible AI, information security, privacy, documentation, and technical risk management • Experience implementing AI solutions • 10 years of full-lifecycle application development lead experience • 10 years of experience using Agile/Lean methodologies, continuous deployment, automated testing, and DevSecOps • Experience in or knowledge of developing systems utilizing Cloud-native designs • Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
Preferred Qualifications • Present proposals to senior government officials in a clear and compelling way • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, or others • Experience applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning • Knowledge of database systems and cloud platforms • Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail • Excellent teamwork and communication skills • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines • Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software About Pingwind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
· Eleven Federal Holidays · Paid Time Off accrued each pay period · Parental Leave · Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution · Dental and Vision Insurance · Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability · Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance · 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule · Continuing education assistance · Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance · Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts · Employee Assistance Program · Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass) · 529 College Savings Plan · Legal Insurance · Pet Insurance
Salary Range $122k-$170K The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.