Senior Super Intelligence Engineer / Architect

This Senior Super Intelligence Engineer / Architect position is with Office of the Secretary of the Interior (Department of the Interior) in Phoenix, AZ. This position reports directly to the Chief Information Officer at the Department of the Interior. The Senior Super Intelligence Engineer / Architect serves as the Department's senior technical authority and strategic leader for Super Intelligence (SI).The minimum pay is $151,661 with salary considerations based on the selectee's current salary and other factors. Location negotiable will be any DOI Office. Key duties: • The position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of the Interior (Department) and reports to the Chief Information Officer. The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: 1. Serve as DOI's Senior Most SI Technical Architect Provides authoritative technical expertise on advanced AI system architecture, lifecycle engineering, and solution design. Ensures architectural decisions align with DOI's enterprise IT and data ecosystems, Federal directives, and mission needs. 2. Lead Development of Enterprise-Scale SI Architectures Designs, validates, and evolves scalable AI models, pipelines, cloud environments, and computational platforms. Ensures interoperability, performance optimization, and compliance with enterprise architecture frameworks and Departmental mission requirements. 3. Evaluate and Advance Emerging SI Technologies Conducts deep technical assessments of emerging AI algorithms, machine learning techniques, model architectures, and platforms. Recommends adoption pathways for new technologies and advises Department leadership on feasibility, readiness, and mission applicability. 4.Oversee High-Impact Technical Testing & Validation Leads enterprise testing and evaluation of complex AI capabilities. Conducts model accuracy and robustness assessments, evaluates workflow and mission impacts, and conducts simulations for mission-critical environments. 5. Develop Department-wide SI Engineering Standards Creates authoritative engineering patterns, reusable architectures, reference implementations, and technical evaluation methods. Ensures consistent, secure, and efficient AI development and deployment practices across DOI bureaus. If your resume does not include these basic qualifications, you will not be determined qualified for this position. We recommend that your resume includes examples that are clear, concise, and emphasize their level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of actions taken. Qualifications: Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a two-page resume (max) that shows you possess the two Technical Qualifications (TQs). To be considered, only the first 2 pages of your resume will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Technical Qualifications (TQs) are designed to assess an applicant's experience relevant to the specific position requirements. Your resume should clearly demonstrate your experience and accomplishments related to the two TQs below: TQ 1: . Demonstrated mastery in SI engineering and architecture, including design, development, testing, and deployment of enterprise-scale SI/ML systems; deep technical expertise in emerging SI technologies; and advanced proficiency in data, cloud, and cybersecurity integration practices. TQ 2: Proven ability to lead Department-wide technical direction and provide authoritative engineering guidance on complex, high-impact SI initiatives; demonstrated excellence in strategic thinking, technical communication, cross-functional collaboration, and influencing enterprise adoption of secure and responsible SI systems Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken. Typically, experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations. View the full announcement and apply on USAJOBS.gov.