Software Engineer

TechPerm Incorporated; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TechPerm Incorporated is looking for a highly skilled Python Developer or Principal Software Engineer to work on-site in Baltimore, MD. This role involves developing large language model applications and MLOps pipelines within a secure federal environment.

The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of Python experience, hands-on expertise with LLMs, and strong communication skills. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining model compliance are essential aspects of the job.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Python development experience required.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs and applied NLP essential.
• Experience in secure federal environments strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with stakeholders is important.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy LLM based applications.
• Develop MLOps pipelines and automated model monitoring.
• Create secure REST APIs for model inference.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects.

Skills

Python development

Large language models (LLMs)

Machine learning operations (MLOps)

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Secure federal environment experience

Strong communication skills

CI/CD workflows

REST APIs

Tools

DevSecOps

Java/Spring

DB2/Postgres

OpenShift

Job description

Python Developer or Principal Software Engineer (LLM/MLOps) — On Site, Baltimore MD

We are seeking a highly skilled Python Developer with hands on experience in large language models (LLMs) and machine learning operations (MLOps) to support initiatives at the Executive / commissioner level within a secure federal.gov environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, fine tune, and deploy LLM based applications (RAG, embeddings, vector databases)
• Develop and maintain MLOps pipelines, CI/CD workflows, and automated model monitoring
• Build secure REST APIs and microservices for model inference
• Work with structured and unstructured data, ETL pipelines, and cloud/on‑prem data platforms
• Support model governance, drift detection, and compliance control
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and produce clear documentation

Required Skills

• 7+ years of Python development
• Strong hands on experience with LLMs, transformers, and applied Natural Language Processing
• Experience deploying ML systems in secure or federal environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with stakeholders
• Ability to work on site in Baltimore/Woodlawn (local or willing to relocate)
• U.S. Citizenship strongly preferred due to federal suitability requirements

Preferred

• Experience supporting large federal agencies
• Familiarity with federal application adjacent tech stacks (Java/Spring, DB2/Postgres, OpenShift)
• Experience with DevSecOps and automated testing
• Background in NLP, deep learning, or applied machine learning
• Hands on engineering culture with high communication expectations