AI Software Developer

AI Software DeveloperLocation: Remote / Alexandria, VAClearance: Eligibility to be clearedAre you ready to be part of a team that creates cutting-edge AI-powered analysis and simulation on-demand? At Whitespace, we use our Iris platform to uncover hidden relationships and patterns of life (POL) at machine speed, enhancing mission performance like never before.We are seeking a talented and creative AI Software Developer to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in unlocking the potential of our AI models. You will be responsible for designing, crafting, and optimizing prompts for large language models that guide our AI systems to generate accurate, informative, and creative outputs. This opportunity demands a unique blend of creative writing skills, technical expertise, and analytical thinking to push the boundaries of AI-powered language generation. Your role will be crucial in enhancing the performance and output quality of our AI-driven applications and services.If you're passionate about making a difference in the world and being part of groundbreaking technology in national security, this position is for you!This position is 100% remote! We're looking for a candidate who is a U.S. citizen and resides in the contiguous United States. You'll be a W-2 employee of GeoDelphi, Inc., and we do not accept third-party applications. This position is a mid-to-senior level non-management role and reports to the VP of Engineering.RequirementsRESPONSIBILITIESThe ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of AI design patterns, including structured outputs, function calling, and intelligent workflow orchestrationThis position is crucial in moving AI initiatives from prototypes to operational systems that deliver measurable business outcomes while upholding performance and ethical standardsThe candidate will be responsible for architecting scalable infrastructures that support high-throughput, low-latency operations, enabling the deployment of numerous models with minimal resource footprintsOwn AI solutions end-to-end, from design to deployment to monitoringDrive continuous automation across the business by identifying new opportunities and iterating on past solutions to keep pace with evolving needs and capabilitiesEngage with stakeholders - internal and external - to identify opportunities where agentic AI can drive valueTranslate complex requirements into technical specifications for AI solutionsArchitect agentic AI systems leveraging design patterns like structured outputs, function calling, and intelligent workflow orchestrationDevelop frameworks for integrating multiple AI models and tools seamlesslyEnsure system designs prioritize security, compliance, and ethical considerationsEXPERIENCEMinimum of 5 years of software developer experience and 2 years of experience in AI system development, with at least six months focusing on prompt engineering or agentic AI architecturesExpert in Python and proficient with relevant libraries and frameworks.Proficiency in modern programming languages for agentic AI engineeringExperience supporting Cloud platform infrastructure, including AWS, Azure, or GCP.Proven track record of deploying AI solutions in production environmentsUnderstanding of data structures and algorithms, ensuring efficient and optimized AI system performanceExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersDESIRED SKILLSBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field is desired but not required. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree.Experience with Go (Golang)Strong data visualization skillsBenefitsGEODELPHI BENEFITSMedical, Dental, and Vision plansUnlimited PTOFederal Holiday Paid Leave12 weeks of paid Parental LeaveEmployer paid STD/LTDEmployer-Paid Life Insurance401K plan and Employer MatchProfessional Development AssistanceEquity Incentive PlanWho we are:GeoDelphi, Inc. dba Whitespace is building AI solutions for global leaders. Recognized as the most innovative company in the Geospatial Industry, Whitespace exponentially accelerates speed-to-answer with powerful analytics, high-cadence data feeds, and human expert-machine teaming. Our answers are rooted in truth data about human activity, delivering reliable decision advantage that keeps pace with world events. Whitespace is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. For further information, visit: http://www.inthewhitespace.com.