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From our humble beginning as a small Service Disabled, Small Business in Chantilly, VA, Sciolex Corporation is now the home for over 1,000 employees across the U.S.\n\nOver the past 20 years, Sciolex Corporation has constructed an environment that celebrates diversity and encourages a positive work/life balance, all while supporting government missions that our employees are proud to be a part of. When you work for Sciolex Corporation, you are working for a stable company that values you and is committed to ensuring you receive the utmost employee care.\nResponsibilities:\nWe are a small government contractor seeking a motivated and adaptable engineer to help evolve how our organization works with data, internal systems, and emerging AI technologies.This role is intentionally broad and hands-on. You will work across enterprise data, internal applications, automation, and modern AI-driven solutions to improve how information is accessed, understood, and used throughout the business.\nWe are looking for a self-starter who enjoys solving problems, building practical solutions, and operating in an open-ended environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both structured data (enterprise databases) and unstructured information (documents, SharePoint content, internal knowledge), and is excited about applying generative AI in practical business settings.\nThis is not a narrowly defined reporting or analytics role. While supporting existing data systems is part of the position, the broader objective is to help shape how the company leverages modern technology to improve internal operations and knowledge accessibility.\n\nCore Responsibilities:\nDesign, manage, and optimize enterprise databases (Microsoft SQL Server)\nBuild internal tools, workflows, automations, and lightweight applications to improve business operations\nDesign and prototype AI-enabled solutions for internal knowledge access, search, summarization, and operational efficiency\nEnable intelligent retrieval and use of internal business information across structured and unstructured sources\nSupport and improve internal reporting and data solutions as business needs evolve\nTroubleshoot and enhance existing systems and technical processes\nCollaborate with business stakeholders to understand problems and translate needs into practical technical solutions\nDesired Focus Areas:\nGenerative AI and internal business applications\nIntelligent search, retrieval, and summarization of internal documents and data\nIntegration of structured and unstructured information\nWorkflow automation and operational efficiency improvements\nInternal tooling and knowledge systems\nQualifications & Physical Requirements:\nRequired Qualifications:\nStrong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking\nExperience with software development (Python, C#, APIs, automation, or similar)\nStrong SQL and database fundamentals (SQL Server, relational design, querying)\nExperience working within a Microsoft-based environment\nAbility to work independently, take ownership, and navigate open-ended technical problems\nAbility to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders\nDemonstrated interest in AI, automation, or intelligent systems\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience experimenting with or building solutions using generative AI or LLMs\nFamiliarity with document-based search, retrieval systems, or knowledge management concepts\nExperience building internal tools or automating business processes\nFamiliarity working with unstructured information (documents, file systems, SharePoint content)\nExposure to cloud platforms or Microsoft Azure\nWhy This Role:\nOpportunity to shape technical direction in a highly visible role\nWork on both established systems and emerging technologies, including generative AI\nDirect impact on internal efficiency, knowledge accessibility, and business operations\nSmall team environment with autonomy, flexibility, and ownership\nWork Environment:\nRemote\nMust be a U.S. citizen and physically located in the United States\nSmall, collaborative team\nHands-on role with flexibility and autonomy","company":"Sciolex","rawCompany":"sciolex","city":"Chantilly","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T12:42:56.788Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"},{"code":"15-2051.00","title":"Data Scientists","slug":"data-scientists"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Data & AI Engineer","description":"Overview:\nWhat do you get when you bring together a team of bright individuals and place them into an environment where “work” means making a difference in the lives of people across the globe?\n\nYou get Sciolex Corporation, a fast-growing defense contractor focused on providing the U.S. Government a level of service that surpasses the epitome of excellence. 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