Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Principal Transportation Data & AI Architect. This position is a full-time opportunity located in the DC Metro region (Hybrid).

Within Battelle's Infrastructure Safety & Security (ISS) Division, we support federal, state, and commercial clients in advancing safe, secure, and resilient transportation systems. The Principal Transportation Data & AI Architect will help shape the future of digital transportation by enabling trusted data sharing, scalable analytics, and AI-driven operations across increasingly connected transportation ecosystems. This role serves as a key contributor to advancing data-informed decision-making, operational performance, and the deployment of next-generation digital infrastructure.

The selected candidate will combine expertise in data architecture, governance, analytics, and artificial intelligence to transform complex transportation data into actionable insights and scalable operational capabilities.

Responsibilities

As a Principal Transportation Data & AI Architect, the selected individual will provide technical leadership across digital infrastructure, roadway data ecosystems, connected vehicle and infrastructure data, federated data architectures, and AI-enabled transportation operations. Responsibilities may include:

• Developing and overseeing advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI applications that support operational decision-making, automation, and system optimization
• Guiding the implementation of AI-enabled transportation solutions, including predictive analytics, intelligent monitoring, and decision support tools
• Designing and implementing enterprise data architectures supporting transportation operations, planning, and performance management
• Leading the development of roadway data ecosystems that integrate data from infrastructure, vehicles, sensors, operational systems, and external partners
• Designing scalable data platforms, pipelines, and federated architectures that enable data sharing across agencies and stakeholders while maintaining local ownership and control
• Establishing data governance, quality, metadata, security, and stewardship frameworks that promote trusted and interoperable data
• Supporting transportation performance measurement initiatives by developing data strategies, dashboards, and analytical frameworks
• Evaluating emerging technologies and standards related to digital infrastructure, connected transportation systems, and artificial intelligence
• Serving as a trusted advisor to clients, program managers, and senior leadership on data and AI strategy

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, analytics, AI/ML, or related technical disciplines
• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex datasets and enterprise-scale data environments
• Expertise in data governance, data integration, data quality, and metadata management
• Experience developing and deploying machine learning and AI solutions
• Proficiency with Python, SQL, cloud-based data platforms, and modern analytics technologies
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Willingness to travel as required
• Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa at this time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a relevant field
• PMP Certification
• Experience with transportation systems, ITS, TSMO, connected vehicle programs, roadway digital infrastructure, or transportation performance management
• Experience implementing federated data architectures and multi-stakeholder data-sharing environments
• Knowledge of Generative AI, large language models, MLOps, and AI governance practices
• Experience supporting federal, state, or regional transportation agencies

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $154,500 - $220,200 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.