About The Role

Engineering & Artificial Intelligence Talent – General Interest

Job ID#: 26-5019

Clearance: Any

Who We Are

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What you'll do

Navitas is seeking talented and motivated Engineering and Artificial Intelligence professionals to join our growing technology team. We are interested in connecting with experienced engineers, technologists, and emerging technology professionals who are passionate about developing innovative solutions, solving complex technical challenges, and applying modern technologies to real-world problems.

Successful candidates may contribute to projects involving software engineering, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data engineering, cloud computing, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, systems engineering, automation, and enterprise technology modernization.

Navitas offers opportunities for professionals who enjoy working in collaborative, technically challenging environments and want to contribute to the development of secure, scalable, and innovative technology solutions supporting mission-critical initiatives.

Areas of Opportunity

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Computer Vision

Predictive Analytics

AI/ML model development and deployment
Prompt engineering and AI application development

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

AI agents and intelligent automation
Responsible AI and AI governance

Software Engineering

Full-Stack Development

Backend and Frontend Development

Java, Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar languages
RESTful APIs and microservices
Enterprise application development
Application modernization

Data Engineering & Analytics

Data Engineering

Data Architecture

ETL/ELT

Data Pipelines

Data Warehousing

Big Data

SQL and NoSQL databases

Data Analytics and Visualization

Cloud & DevSecOps

Microsoft Azure

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Kubernetes and Docker

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Terraform

GitHub/GitLab/Jenkins

Cloud architecture and modernization

Systems & Solutions Engineering

Systems Engineering

Solutions Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

Integration Architecture

API Architecture

Distributed Systems

Systems integration
Technical requirements and solution design

Cybersecurity & Emerging Technology

Cloud Security

Application Security

DevSecOps

Identity and Access Management

Security Engineering

Zero Trust

Automation

Emerging technology evaluation and implementation

Depending on the position and project assignment, responsibilities may include

Design, develop, integrate, test, deploy, and maintain enterprise technology solutions.
Apply engineering principles and modern development practices to solve complex technical challenges.
Design and implement AI/ML solutions that improve automation, decision-making, data analysis, and operational efficiency.
Develop scalable software applications, APIs, services, and data pipelines.
Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into effective technology solutions.
Design and implement cloud-based, distributed, and highly available systems.
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated testing processes.
Integrate AI, data, applications, and enterprise systems across complex technology environments.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve performance, scalability, security, and maintainability.
Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, system designs, and engineering specifications.
Troubleshoot complex technical issues and perform root-cause analysis.
Collaborate with engineers, architects, data scientists, cybersecurity professionals, project managers, and business stakeholders.
Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities and contribute to continuous improvement.
Ensure solutions follow applicable security, quality, compliance, and engineering standards.
Mentor team members and contribute to engineering best practices and knowledge sharing.

What You’ll Need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.

Professional experience in software engineering, systems engineering, AI/ML, data engineering, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.

Experience working with modern software development, engineering, cloud, data, or AI technologies.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies to complex technical problems.

Security Clearance Requirements

Because Navitas supports opportunities that may involve federal government systems, sensitive information, and mission-critical environments, security clearance requirements vary by position and assignment.

Candidates with one or more of the following are encouraged to apply

Public Trust

Suitability or federal background investigation

Secret

Interim Secret

Top Secret

Interim Top Secret

Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI)

SCI eligibility

Other federal security clearances or adjudicated investigations

Some positions may require candidates to obtain and maintain a specific security clearance as a condition of employment. Clearance requirements, eligibility standards, and investigation levels will vary based on the specific position.

Candidates should clearly identify their current clearance level, clearance status, and eligibility for additional clearance requirements on their resume.

Set Yourself Apart with

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
Experience developing or deploying Generative AI, LLM, RAG, machine learning, or AI agent solutions.
Experience with Python and AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, or similar technologies.
Experience with cloud AI/ML services from Azure, AWS, or GCP.
Experience with APIs, microservices, containers, Kubernetes, and cloud-native architectures.
Experience with data platforms, data pipelines, and large-scale data processing.
Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and automated testing.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Relevant professional certifications in cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, software engineering, or systems architecture.
Active federal security clearance or current federal clearance eligibility.

What We Look For

Navitas is interested in professionals who are

Technically curious and excited about emerging technologies.
Problem solvers who can tackle complex engineering challenges.
Innovative and able to identify practical applications for AI and automation.
Collaborative and comfortable working across technical disciplines.
Adaptable and willing to continuously learn new technologies.
Security-minded with an understanding of developing reliable, secure, and responsible technology.
Outcome-focused, with the ability to turn ideas and requirements into working solutions.

General Interest / Talent Community

This opportunity may be used to identify candidates for current and future engineering, AI, data, cloud, cybersecurity, and emerging technology opportunities with Navitas. Specific responsibilities, qualifications, technologies, security clearance requirements, and experience requirements may vary based on the position and project.

We encourage experienced professionals and emerging technology specialists with strong engineering, AI, or technical backgrounds—and candidates who currently hold or are eligible for federal security clearances—to submit their information for consideration.

Salary: $50,000 - $200,000

The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If 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 Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.