Sciolex

Data & AI Engineer

United States full-time Senior Salary not listed
full-time Senior level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Overview
What 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?
You 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. Our core services include systems engineering technical advice, technical support, and administrative assistance. 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.
Over 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.
Responsibilities
We 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.
We 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.
This 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.
Core Responsibilities:

Design, manage, and optimize enterprise databases (Microsoft SQL Server)

Build internal tools, workflows, automations, and lightweight applications to improve business operations

Design and prototype AI-enabled solutions for internal knowledge access, search, summarization, and operational efficiency

Enable intelligent retrieval and use of internal business information across structured and unstructured sources

Support and improve internal reporting and data solutions as business needs evolve

Troubleshoot and enhance existing systems and technical processes

Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand problems and translate needs into practical technical solutions

Desired Focus Areas:

Generative AI and internal business applications

Intelligent search, retrieval, and summarization of internal documents and data

Integration of structured and unstructured information

Workflow automation and operational efficiency improvements

Internal tooling and knowledge systems

Qualifications & Physical Requirements
Required Qualifications:

Strong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking

Experience with software development (Python, C#, APIs, automation, or similar)

Strong SQL and database fundamentals (SQL Server, relational design, querying)

Experience working within a Microsoft-based environment

Ability to work independently, take ownership, and navigate open-ended technical problems

Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Demonstrated interest in AI, automation, or intelligent systems

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience experimenting with or building solutions using generative AI or LLMs

Familiarity with document-based search, retrieval systems, or knowledge management concepts

Experience building internal tools or automating business processes

Familiarity working with unstructured information (documents, file systems, SharePoint content)

Exposure to cloud platforms or Microsoft Azure

Why This Role:

Opportunity to shape technical direction in a highly visible role

Work on both established systems and emerging technologies, including generative AI

Direct impact on internal efficiency, knowledge accessibility, and business operations

Small team environment with autonomy, flexibility, and ownership

Work Environment:

Remote

Must be a U.S. citizen and physically located in the United States

Small, collaborative team

Hands-on role with flexibility and autonomy

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Data & AI Engineer role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Sciolex?
  3. Which of API integration, Data Analysis and Figma have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with API integration, Data Analysis and Figma.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Data & AI Engineer role because I can bring practical experience in API integration, Data Analysis and Figma, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Sciolex needs from this hire.

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