{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"165ac8e079c5dafea72f21a6","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/165ac8e079c5dafea72f21a6","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/165ac8e079c5dafea72f21a6","title":"AI/ML Software Engineer","description":"A day in the life:\n\nAs an AI/ML Software Engineer, you will help design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software solutions and prototypes in a collaborative, full-stack development environment. You will leverage your Linux and networking skills to develop and enhance applications, with a focus on customizing Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities, access, and interfaces to meet customer-specific requirements and user needs.\n\nWhat you bring to the table:\n14+ years of software engineering experience on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited institution. Four additional years of software engineering experience may be substituted for a degree.\nProficiency in software design and development using Java, Gradle, and Python.\nExperience gathering, analyzing, and evaluating end-user and customer requirements to guide software development.\nExperience writing, testing, debugging, and deploying high-quality code, including conducting code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.\nStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolve software defects and performance issues.\nExperience supporting project planning, development timelines, and technical initiatives.\nAbility to collaborate with product managers, developers, SMEs, and leadership on strategic initiatives.\nExperience designing and developing user-friendly interfaces accessible to a broad customer community.\nFamiliarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), including identifying opportunities for software integration.\nExperience designing and implementing interfaces and integrations with external requirements management tools.\nAbility to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior software engineers.\nActive TS/SCI with Polygraph level of security clearance.\nThe total package:\n\nOur total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.\n\nSalary Range:\nDisclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself.\nBased on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $170,000 - $220,000.\nSome of our additional perks and benefits include:\nRetire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.\nHave a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.\nStay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forget free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!\nKeep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.\nDress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.\nEnjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!\nEvery day, our elite customers are pushing through \"the grind\" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!","company":"Red Alpha","rawCompany":"red alpha","city":"Annapolis Junction","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-11-04T09:35:49.656Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"AI/ML Software Engineer","description":"A day in the life:\n\nAs an AI/ML Software Engineer, you will help design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software solutions and prototypes in a collaborative, full-stack development environment. 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