Technical Lead

Job Description

Job Description

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Why Bixal?

Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Our values :

• People-First : Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.
• Collaboration and Transparency : Valuing teamwork and open communication.
• Growth Mindset : Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Creating Lasting Impact : Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.

About the role :

Bixal is seeking a Technical Lead to serve as the senior technical leader for a U.S. Department of State (DOS) project focused on data analytics, AI, and natural language processing (NLP). This role will lead the development team in building tools to extract, structure, validate and visualize data from a variety of data sources; implement NLP-driven interfaces for search and analysis; and deliver advanced analytics and visualization capabilities to support global stakeholders. The Technical Lead will oversee solution architecture, manage development activities, and ensure alignment with security, compliance, and performance requirements across the program’s data analytics ecosystem.

This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.

Compensation :

The salary range for this role is $140,000 – $150,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.

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How We Support Our Team :

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.