AI Infra Engineer – Python, Kubernetes & AWS (TS/SCI)

Akina Inc; Annapolis, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 169,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days PTO accrued annually

11 federal holidays

401k 100% vested on start date

Healthcare covered for employees

Educational assistance

Job summary

Akina Inc in Annapolis Junction, MD seeks Software Engineer 1 (Python, Kubernetes, AWS) to support our AI infrastructure. TS/SCI - Polygraph clearance required. You will build and maintain the inference foundation and enable access to high-quality LLMs across the stack.

The role involves procuring, configuring models, developing services, collaborating with vendors, and handling surge demands. Eligible candidates have 3+ years SWE experience and a CS degree; salary range $169k–$207k and a strong

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Procure, configure, and test new inference models for release.
• Develop in-house services to ensure high-quality inference.
• Collaborate with model vendor teams to build reliable pipelines.
• Support surge efforts for short-term, high-priority inference needs.
• Collaborate across teams to extend infrastructure for LLM tools.

Skills

Python

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AWS

Argo CD

Communication

Docker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

4+ years SWE experience substituted for degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

Job description

Akina Inc in Annapolis Junction, MD seeks Software Engineer 1 (Python, Kubernetes, AWS) to support our AI infrastructure. TS/SCI - Polygraph clearance required. You will build and maintain the inference foundation and enable access to high-quality LLMs across the stack.

The role involves procuring, configuring models, developing services, collaborating with vendors, and handling surge demands. Eligible candidates have 3+ years SWE experience and a CS degree; salary range $169k–$207k and a strong