Sr. AI Software Developer

Piper Companies; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

PTO

Holidays

Sick leave as required by law

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Senior AI Software Developer for a hybrid role across Gaithersburg, MD; Eagan, MN; or Egg Harbor Township, NJ, supporting a federal government client. You will design, develop, and modernize microservices-based systems in an Agile/SAFe setting.

Responsibilities include leading sprints, building scalable services, and integrating AI-assisted development tools with CI/CD and DevSecOps practices to deliver mission-critical transportation solutions for millions of

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience or 6+ years with a Master's degree.
• Hands-on with microservices and modern engineering practices.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, or C++ in a Linux environment.
• Experience in Agile environments and with APIs/distributed systems.
• Exposure to AI/ML-enabled systems and AI-assisted tools.
• Ability to pass a government background check and obtain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile sprint planning and provide technical leadership.
• Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/SAFe setup.
• Develop clean, testable code and support CI/CD and DevSecOps.
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Linux

Agile

SAFe

CI/CD

DevSecOps

APIs

Kafka

Kubernetes

AWS

Education

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

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Kafka

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior AI Software Developer for a Hybrid position in Gaithersburg, MD; Eagan, MN; or Egg Harbor Township, NJ supporting a federal government customer. The Senior AI Software Developer will design, develop, and modernize microservices-based applications that support real-time, mission-critical transportation systems. This role offers the opportunity to work in an Agile/SAFe environment, leveraging AI-assisted development tools and modern DevSecOps practices to support programs that impact millions of travelers nationwide.

Responsibilities of the Senior AI Software Developer Include:

• Lead Agile sprint planning activities, mentor development teams, and provide technical leadership to ensure successful project execution
• Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using modern software engineering best practices
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, systems engineers, and cross-functional teams within an Agile/SAFe environment to deliver scalable software solutions
• Develop clean, maintainable, and testable code while supporting CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps initiatives, automated testing, and system integrations
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools to enhance software development, testing, debugging, performance optimization, and continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications of the Senior AI Software Developer Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field with 8+ years of relevant software development experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and supporting microservices-based systems
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python, C++, or a similar language within a Linux-based environment
• Experience working in Agile software development environments.
• Understanding of APIs, distributed systems, and modern software architecture principles
• Experience with or exposure to AI/ML-enabled systems, intelligent platforms, automation technologies, or AI-assisted development tools
• Must be able to pass a government background check and obtain and maintain a Public Trust government clearance

Compensation of the Senior AI Software Developer Includes:

• Salary range: $150,000 - 170,000
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Holidays, and sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on November 2nd, 2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for aqt least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: AI developer, Java, microservices, Python, C++, AI-Assisted, DevSecOps, Agile, SAFe, Kafka, Kubernetes, AWS, Docker, Linux, AI, ML, LLM, programming, software engineering

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