
Steampunk is anchored by a startup culture with a customer-centered delivery approach, we put our Federal government clients in the center of everything we design, develop, and deliver to drive high-quality mission impacts and user experiences at speed.

Steampunk is anchored by a startup culture with a customer-centered delivery approach, we put our Federal government clients in the center of everything we design, develop, and deliver to drive high-quality mission impacts and user experiences at speed.
Headquarters: McLean, VA (Tyson's Corner)
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Core capabilities: Design & Strategy; Digital Platforms; Cybersecurity; Data Exploitation; DevSecOps
Employee count (approx.): 686
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Modernizing and delivering mission-focused digital services for U.S. Federal government clients.
IT Services and IT Consulting
We are seeking a Deputy Practice Lead to partner directly with the Practice Lead in leading, scaling, and maturing the AI & Data Exploitation Practice . This role serves as the Practice Lead’s primary operational, technical, and strategic counterpart , helping ensure delivery excellence, workforce development, and sustained business growth across a broad portfolio of AI, data science , analytics, and data platforms programs .
The Deputy Practice Lead must be deeply conversant across the full spectrum of modern data and AI capabilities , including data engineering, data architecture, analytics, data science, MLOps / LLMOps , AI application development, governance, visualization, geospatial, and automation , and able to translate that understanding into effective delivery oversight, people leadership, and client engagement.
Contributions Delivery Oversight & Technical Leadership
Business Growth & Client Engagement
People Leadership & Career Development
Practice Strategy & Operations
Qualifications
About Steampunk Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $195,000 to $220,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.
Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology , we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. As an employee owned company , we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers – and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com .
Ability to hold a position of public trust (or higher clearance as required ).
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, AI/ML , or a related technical field.
1 0 + years of experience delivering complex data, analytics, and AI solutions, with demonstrated leadership at the portfolio or practice level.
Broad, working knowledge across modern data and AI domains, including:
Data engineering and cloud data platforms
Data architecture and modeling
Analytics, visualization, and decision-support systems
Data science, ML, and generative AI
MLOps / LLMOps and AI operations
Data and AI governance, security, and compliance
Automation and workflow technologies
Proven experience leading multi-team, multi-program delivery in complex environments (preferably federal or regulated industries).
Strong client-facing presence with experience facilitating workshops, presenting to executives, and supporting capture efforts.
Demonstrated ability to mentor senior technical leaders and managers.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and executive storytelling.
Experience balancing hands-on technical understanding with strategic leadership responsibilities.
Local to DMV with a requirement to be in the office 3 days per week