Software Engineer (Albuquerque, NM)

Discovery Machine Inc.; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Disability insurance

Merit raises & performance bonuses

Job summary

Discovery Machine Inc. is seeking passionate engineers to tackle complex AI challenges and drive innovation for the DoD. Join a small, mentor-led team developing AI solutions, research, and software across diverse engineering disciplines.

Albuquerque, NM location with opportunities for travel based on project needs. The role emphasizes applying AI engineering best practices, developing speech/NLP tech, and transforming research into deployable solutions while collaborating with experts to push

Qualifications

• MUST be a U.S. Citizen; Work Visa is not eligible
• MUST have an active Secret DoD Clearance
• 5+ years of software development or related experience
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Background in AI is a plus
• Relational database knowledge (MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Apply AI engineering best practices for DoD solutions
• Create AI behavior models for deployment across domains
• Develop speech and natural language technologies
• Develop graphical behavior and device modeling tech
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to capture domain knowledge
• Analyze user needs and develop software solutions
• Lead design reviews and architecture discussions
• Mentor junior team members and promote best practices

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Java

C#

SQL

Job description

“Seeking passionate individuals to help us tackle complex AI challenges and drive innovation.”

At Discovery Machine® Inc., we are revolutionizing the future of technology with our pioneering Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions. We are scaling cutting edge AI solutions throughout the Department of Defense (DoD). If you are passionate about technology; if you love finding ground-breaking solutions to complex, cutting-edge technical problems; if you are determined to work at a small company, with a team of mentors and colleagues dedicated to helping you grow; then look no further, we want you to apply!

Made of a small, tight-knit team of talented engineers, Discovery Machine develops and deploys a set of software solutions that push the boundaries of AI technology. From advanced research into completely novel AI technologies, to the utilization of cutting‑edge natural language processing applications, work at Discovery Machine constantly exposes our employees to new and interesting engineering challenges.

Work Includes:

• Quality Engineer Strategy and Process Ownership
• Applied research in AI
• Transforming applied research into solutions
• Scaling AI solutions to large end‑user population
• Development across a wide range of software engineering disciplines
• Development of graphical AI modeling languages and IDE's
• Work with speech and natural language recognition technologies
• Communication with customers and experts in a range of disciplines
• Development of innovative AI and software solutions to direct and support company vision.
• Occasional travel based on role and project
• Being part of a team that is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what is possible
• Work with speech and natural language recognition technologies
• Job location is Albuquerque, NM

Responsibilities

• Apply AI engineering best practices to develop solutions for the DoD
• Create AI behavior models for deployment in a variety of domains
• Employ cutting edge AI research to create realistic characters and entities to enhance training experiences
• Develop and enhance speech recognition and natural language technologies
• Develop and enhance a graphical behavior and device modeling technology
• Work with Subject Matter Experts to capture knowledge about a variety of training domains
• Analyze user needs and develop software solutions
• Create design documents for complex software systems
• Create new software designs and system architecturesLead software design efforts of other engineers
• Participate in code, model reviews, and test to ensure quality products and services for our customers
• Brainstorm and contribute ideas to overcome barriers to innovation
• Mentor younger team members on Discovery Machine best practices and culture
• Collaborate with others; being team-oriented and proactively engaging to meet shared objectives
• Be Inclusive; foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and provide equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone

Qualifications:

• MUST be a U.S. Citizen; Work Visa is not eligible
• MUST have an active Secret DoD Clearance
• 5+ years of previous experience in software development, computer engineering, or other related fields
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Must enjoy learning new things
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Background in AI is a plus
• User Interface Design experience is a plus
• Knowledge of Java, C#, or other programming languages
• Familiarity with relational databases such as MySQL, Oracle, and SQL Server

Why Work Here:

• Full Benefits partially subsidized by Company
• Company Matched Simple Retirement Account (SRA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance provided
• Merit Raises and Performance Bonuses available

Candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and your experience. Discovery Machine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible work schedule with core hours. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.