AI/ML Software Engineer

Red Alpha•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

As an AI/ML Software Engineer, you will help design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software solutions and prototypes in a collaborative, full-stack development environment. You will use Linux and networking skills to develop and enhance applications, with a focus on customizing Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities, access, and interfaces to meet customer-specific requirements and user needs. The role involves working with product managers, developers, subject matter experts, and leadership on strategic initiatives, while supporting project planning, development timelines, and technical initiatives. You will also provide technical guidance to junior software engineers. An active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required.

Requirements

14 or more years of software engineering experience on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited institution; four additional years of software engineering experience may substitute for a degree.
Proficiency in software design and development using Java, Gradle, and Python.
Experience gathering, analyzing, and evaluating end-user and customer requirements.
Experience writing, testing, debugging, and deploying code, including conducting code reviews.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolve software defects and performance issues.
Experience supporting project planning, development timelines, and technical initiatives.
Ability to collaborate with product managers, developers, SMEs, and leadership.
Experience designing and developing user-friendly interfaces.
Familiarity with LLMs and AI, including identifying software integration opportunities.
Experience designing and implementing interfaces and integrations with external requirements management tools.
Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior software engineers.
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software solutions and prototypes.
Develop and enhance applications in a collaborative, full-stack environment using Linux and networking skills.
Customize LLM capabilities, access, and interfaces to meet customer requirements and user needs.
Gather, analyze, and evaluate end-user and customer requirements to guide software development.
Write, test, debug, and deploy high-quality code, and conduct code reviews.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues.
Support project planning, development timelines, and technical initiatives.
Collaborate with product managers, developers, SMEs, and leadership on strategic initiatives.
Design and develop user-friendly interfaces accessible to a broad customer community.
Identify opportunities to integrate AI and LLMs into software.
Design and implement interfaces and integrations with external requirements management tools.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior software engineers.

Benefits

Competitive base salary.
Health insurance, with the company paying 100% of premiums for employees and the majority of premiums for family coverage.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k) contributions of up to 10%, immediately vested.
Up to five weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
Dental insurance, with the company paying 100% of employee premiums and the majority of family premiums.
Vision insurance, with the company paying 100% of employee premiums and the majority of family premiums.
Professional development and up to $5,250 per year toward ongoing education, training, certifications, and professional memberships.
Generous bonus programs.
Free access to a fully equipped gym.
Up to $300 per year for company-branded merchandise.
Company events and team events.