Forward Deployed Engineer III (6706)

MetroStar
Tysons Corner, VA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior technical leaders with AI/ML and enterprise integration experience who can work onsite in Tysons Corner, VA and thrive in a SAFe Agile environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 10+ years of technical leadership and a background in AI/ML systems and cloud migration.
    — “10+ years in technical leadership (Chief Engineer, Chief Architect, or equivalent)”
  • Individuals who can define technical strategy and lead enterprise integration efforts.
    — “Define technical strategy, reference architectures, and guardrails; assure engineering excellence, security-by-design, and interoperability across enclaves.”
  • Professionals experienced in cloud platforms, containerization, and AI/ML lifecycle management.
    — “Hands-on with AI/ML platforms, data pipelines, cloud (AWS/Azure), containerization, and security patterns.”

Things to consider

  • Onsite work is mandatory, with no flexibility for remote work.
    — “This position requires the ability to work onsite five (5) days per week.”
  • Candidates must hold a TS/SCI with CI Polygraph clearance, which is a non-negotiable requirement.
    — “Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance.”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience in leading AI/ML solution patterns and model lifecycle management.
    — “Lead AI/ML solution patterns (MLOps, model lifecycle, eval & risk mgmt), ensuring enterprise integration.”
  • Highlight your ability to chair design and change control meetings as a leadership strength.
    — “Own the technical baseline, roadmaps, and architecture decisions; chair design and change control.”
  • Showcase your work with DoDAF-aligned technical artifacts and compliance controls.
    — “Author and review tech artifacts (DoDAF-aligned where applicable), performance/reliability targets, and compliance controls.”
  • Demonstrate your track record in cloud migration and legacy code modernization projects.
    — “Span of technical responsibilities includes legacy code modernization, cloud migration and tool usage.”
  • Position yourself as a mentor and collaborator with Release Train Engineers and Program Managers.
    — “Mentor senior engineers; drive PoCs and tech assessments; coordinate with Release Train Engineer and Program Manager on increment goals.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • define technical strategy
  • lead AI/ML solution patterns
  • mentor senior engineers
Typical background
technical leadershipAI/MLcloud migration

Skills & requirements

Required

Technical LeadershipAi/mlCloud MigrationSecuritySoftware ArchitectureEnterprise Integration

Preferred

DodafMlops

Stack & domain

Software ArchitectureAi/ml SystemsData And Enterprise IntegrationLegacy Code ModernizationCloud MigrationAPI And Ai/ml IntegrationsIV&VDeploymentsMlopsModel LifecycleEvaluation And Risk ManagementDodaf-aligned Technical ArtifactsPerformance/reliability TargetsCompliance ControlsAi/ml PlatformsData PipelinesCloud (aws/azure)ContainerizationSecurity PatternsMentorshipCoordinationTechnical LeadershipAi/mlData IntegrationSecurity

About the role

Original posting from MetroStar

As Forward Deployed Engineer III (6706), you’ll serve as chief technologist across software architecture, AI/ML systems, data and enterprise integration. Define technical strategy, reference architectures, and guardrails; assure engineering excellence, security‑by‑design, and interoperability across enclaves. Span of technical responsibilities includes legacy code modernization, cloud migration and tool usage, API and AI/ML integrations, IV&V, deployments. All work will be conducted in SAFe Agile environment.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

Own the technical baseline, roadmaps, and architecture decisions; chair design and change control.

Lead AI/ML solution patterns (MLOps, model lifecycle, eval & risk mgmt), ensuring enterprise integration.

Author and review tech artifacts (DoDAF‑aligned where applicable), performance/reliability targets, and compliance controls.

Mentor senior engineers; drive PoCs and tech assessments; coordinate with Release Train Engineer and Program Manager on increment goals.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance.

10+ years in technical leadership (Chief Engineer, Chief Architect, or equivalent).

Advanced degree preferred (CS/EE/Data); deep software architecture and enterprise integration expertise.

Hands‑on with AI/ML platforms, data pipelines, cloud (AWS/Azure), containerization, and security patterns.

This position requires the ability to work onsite five (5) days per week. Candidates must be able to meet this onsite requirement for the duration of the role.

SALARY RANGE: $166,000 - $202,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including: 

The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience

The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs

Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation

This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:

Performance-based bonuses

Company-paid training and/or certifications

Referral bonuses

Application Deadline:  Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Parental Leave and dependent care

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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