AI/ML Software Engineer

Red Alpha; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match 10%

PTO 25 days + 11 holidays

Premium health benefits

Education stipend $5250/yr

Brand merchandise allowance

Annual company events

Fully equipped gym access

Job summary

Red Alpha seeks an experienced AI/ML Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software in a collaborative, full-stack environment. You will leverage Linux and networking skills to customize LLM capabilities, access, and interfaces for customer needs.

You will collaborate with product managers and leadership on strategic initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to interfaces and integrations with external tools while ensuring high-quality, maintainable code

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or related field.
• 14+ years of software engineering experience on programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Proficiency in Java, Gradle, and Python.
• Experience gathering and evaluating end-user and customer requirements.
• Experience writing, testing, debugging, and deploying high-quality code with code reviews.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor junior software engineers.

Skills

End-user requirements gathering

Mentoring

Collaboration with PMs/LEADERSHIP

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Python

Gradle

Job description

A day in the life:

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 leverage your 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.

What you bring to the table:

• 14+ 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 be substituted for a degree.
• Proficiency in software design and development using Java, Gradle, and Python.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and evaluating end-user and customer requirements to guide software development.
• Experience writing, testing, debugging, and deploying high-quality code, including conducting code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• 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 on strategic initiatives.
• Experience designing and developing user-friendly interfaces accessible to a broad customer community.
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), including identifying opportunities for software integration.
• 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 level of security clearance.

The total package:

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.

• Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself.
• Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $170,000 - $220,000.

Some of our additional perks and benefits include:

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forget free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!