Sr. AI Engineer

Caveonix; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Unlimited PTO + 12 paid holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Tysons, Virginia is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to develop and optimize AI/ML models for their platform. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of software engineering experience with a focus on AI/ML, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with cloud environments. This role offers comprehensive benefits and the chance to work in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, 3+ in AI/ML roles.
• Experience developing, training, and deploying ML models in cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of LLMs, NLP, and deep learning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize AI/ML models for automation and compliance.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Data Science teams.

Skills

Machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)

Python programming

Data manipulation libraries (Pandas, NumPy)

Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

MLOps tools

Job description

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The Company

When your operations are mission‑critical, continuous cyber compliance is non‑negotiable. Caveonix is the platform trusted by government agencies and large enterprises to deliver 100% compliance, 100% of the time.

From the Department of Defense to the Fortune 500, organizations with complex IT environments rely on Caveonix’s AI‑powered solution to automate evidence collection, control monitoring, and reporting to fulfill compliance requirements.

Caveonix associates all technical control evidence to create a single source of truth—whether on‑prem, multi‑cloud, or in any hybrid environment—automating and optimizing tedious, incomplete, and expensive cyber compliance programs.

Founded and led by veterans of the U.S. military, the Caveonix team has firsthand knowledge and appreciation for the importance of speed, accuracy, and zero‑failover in workflows in high‑reliability organizations.

The Team

At Caveonix, our team is composed of high‑performing professionals who love to win and are deeply committed to excellence. We work hard, pushing ourselves and everyone around us to do their best work. We seek life‑long learners whose North star is honing their craft and who bet on themselves. We are constantly building momentum and embracing growth. We’re eager to learn and develop new skills, collaborate across departments, and bring innovative ideas to the table. We understand how to manage our responsibilities with empathy, seek to understand our customers’ and colleagues’ needs, build trusted relationships, and consistently deliver superior value.

Caveonix team members partner closely across Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and beyond to shape the future of our solutions and how we engage the market. It’s a winning culture—and we only want to work with those who strive to be the best.

The Role

We’re seeking a talented and innovative Senior AI Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize AI/ML models that enhance our platform’s automation, risk detection, and compliance capabilities. This role will work closely with Product, Engineering, and Data Science teams to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions. The ideal candidate is passionate about building real‑world AI applications, thrives in collaborative environments, and stays ahead of emerging trends in machine learning and generative AI.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 3+ years in AI/ML‑focused roles
• Proficiency in machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with data manipulation libraries (Pandas, NumPy)
• Experience developing, training, and deploying ML models in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Solid understanding of LLMs, NLP, and other deep learning techniques
• Ability to analyze large datasets, optimize algorithms, and improve model performance
• Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills

Desired

• Strong desire to understand our product, target market, and direction of the company’s growth
• Willingness to be part of the growth of the organization
• Enjoy breaking new ground and providing solutions in a rapidly changing environment
• Experience in applying AI/ML to cybersecurity, threat detection, or compliance automation
• Knowledge of MLOps tools and practices for model lifecycle management
• Familiarity with APIs and integrating AI models into production SaaS environments
• Background in data privacy and security considerations for AI development
• Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for employees and dependents, nationwide provider network, 90% employer paid
• Life insurance 2X salary to $175K, 100% employer paid
• Unlimited PTO + 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan
• NextGen Employee Assistance Program, confidential service to support employees with day‑to‑day issues, improve work/life balance and enhance wellbeing, 100% employer paid
• FinFit, comprehensive financial wellness tools and resources, 100% employer paid
• Working Advantage, exclusive travel and entertainment discounts, 100% employer paid

How To Apply

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