Software Developer

starfish; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies seeks a Software Engineer to join an agile team building AI-driven products for government and commercial customers. You will design and deploy scalable AI pipelines and integrate ML models with frontend interfaces.

The role emphasizes SDLC discipline, code quality, peer reviews, and effective communication. Onsite work in Huntsville, AL is expected, with eligibility for US security clearance and a 100% employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience with AI/ML systems.
• Eligibility to obtain/maintain a US security clearance.
• Proficient in Python and familiar with AI/ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Scikit-learn.
• Understanding of SDLC and full-stack development for AI interfaces.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in an agile team to build AI-driven products for military and commercial customers.
• Build and maintain scalable AI pipelines using containerization and orchestration tools.
• Integrate backend ML logic with modern frontend frameworks for seamless interfaces.
• Write testable code, participate in peer reviews, and maintain technical docs.
• Use AI tools (e.g., Copilot) to support code generation, debugging, and documentation.

Skills

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Scikit-learn

Docker

Kubernetes

Podman

Cloud architectures

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Podman

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies, a 100 percent employee-owned company, is seeking a professional Software Developer to join a team focused on building and deploying scalable AI solutions and applications. Candidates applying for this position will have the opportunity to design and integrate cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology into products for the Department of War.

The candidate selected for this position will be a member of an agile development team working closely with other developers, end-users, and subject matter experts. The ideal candidate must be able to work well within a multi-disciplinary collaborative team environment to deliver seamless, high-performance interfaces and backend logic.

As a Software Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate proactively within an agile team of developers and experts to build top-tier AI-driven products for military and commercial customers.
• Build and maintain scalable AI pipelines using containerization and orchestration tools to support model inference, training, and production monitoring.
• Execute all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), integrating backend ML logic with modern frontend frameworks to deliver seamless full-stack AI interfaces.
• Commit to engineering excellence by writing testable code, participating in detailed peer reviews, and maintaining clear technical documentation.
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Gemini) to support code generation, peer review, debugging, optimization, and documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience working with AI/ML systems.
• Eligibility to obtain/maintain a US security clearance.
• Proficient in Python and familiar with AI/ML libraries and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, and Scikit-learn.
• Basic understanding of software engineering best practices and full-stack development for AI interface integration.
• Proactive team player with strong communication skills and a passion for learning new technologies to solve complex problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Podman, Docker, and Kubernetes, with an interest in Cloud Architecture and AI governance.
• Knowledge of cloud-based data and analytics architectures.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with technical and executive stakeholders.

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Onsite, Huntsville, Alabama

Travel: Yes, 0%-25%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: Yes

Benefits:

• Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail].

Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.