AI Engineer I — Backend, Data & AI Tools

The Nuclear Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

The Nuclear Company is seeking an AI Engineer 1 in Washington, DC, to assist in backend and data integration work, contributing to the largest nuclear buildout in the U.S. This entry-level position offers a collaborative environment alongside experienced engineers to deliver reliable software solutions.

Ideal candidates will possess a computer science degree and strong skills in Python or TypeScript. Competitive compensation packages and benefits are provided, supporting employee well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of professional experience (internships, co-ops, and project work count).
• Strong fundamentals in at least one backend language (Python and/or TypeScript preferred).
• Some hands-on exposure to basic DevOps and backend work.

Responsibilities

• Help build and maintain the application and data integrations.
• Take ownership of scoped CI/CD and release tasks.
• Do basic backend and DevOps work.

Skills

Python

TypeScript

CI/CD

REST APIs

DevOps

Education

Computer science degree or equivalent

Tools

Palantir Foundry

AWS

Job description

The Nuclear Company is seeking an AI Engineer 1 in Washington, DC, to assist in backend and data integration work, contributing to the largest nuclear buildout in the U.S. This entry-level position offers a collaborative environment alongside experienced engineers to deliver reliable software solutions.

Ideal candidates will possess a computer science degree and strong skills in Python or TypeScript. Competitive compensation packages and benefits are provided, supporting employee well-being and professional growth.