Defense and other agencies are expected to participate, making it a government-wide effort across virtually all agencies.

Ethical concerns are raised about conflicts of interest as recruits leave private firms, with observers questioning how public-sector constraints will be applied.

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Annual salaries are expected to range from $150,000 to $200,000, with benefits included.

The program includes ongoing industry speaker events and mentorship to help participants develop careers and stay competitive for top AI and tech talent.

Applicants will undergo an initial technical assessment by OPM, followed by agency interviews and hiring decisions, with the first cohort expected in early 2026 and some placements by the end of March.

The recruitment process involves application, technical assessment, interviews, and background checks, with agencies selecting from prequalified candidates after OPM’s initial reviews.

The Trump administration is launching the US Tech Force to recruit about 1,000 technologists for two-year government assignments, aimed at boosting AI capabilities and modernizing federal agencies.

The program will borrow senior managers from the private sector for two-year leaves of absence, with annual salaries between $150,000 and $200,000 plus benefits.

The US Tech Force is a government‑wide initiative led by the Office of Personnel Management to fill technology gaps through two-year rotations.

Participants will include early-career software engineers, data scientists, and engineering managers who may return to private-sector roles after the program.

Roles are largely based in Washington, DC, with some remote-work options depending on the agency and role; the program is non-partisan and distinct from other federal programs.