AI Software Engineer - SME
Core
Architect, lead, and execute complex, high-assurance AI/ML engineering initiatives for the defense and intelligence communities.
Role type
Principal AI Software Engineer (SME)
Builds
Enterprise-scale AI software systems, novel AI frameworks, LLMs, and high-assurance ML capabilities
Domain
Defense & Intelligence, High-Assurance AI/ML
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Enterprise AI ecosystem architecture, LLM fine-tuning, MLOps governance, polyglot programming (Python, C++, Go), zero-trust container security, multi-cloud/hybrid/air-gapped architecture, DevSecOps leadership
Preferred skills
Advanced AI/ML certifications, high-assurance software engineering expertise
Technologies
Python, C++, Go, Kubernetes, AWS, Multi-cloud platforms
Responsibilities
Architect end-to-end technical execution of enterprise-scale AI systems; Serve as principal authority on novel AI frameworks and LLMs; Define enterprise security standards and mandate security scanning integrations; Set strategic vision for multi-cloud and air-gapped infrastructure; Interface with executive leadership to align roadmaps with mission objectives
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
