Job Details

*Requisition Title:* Senior Python Developer – Advanced AI Systems

*Labor Category:* Senior AI / Machine Learning Engineer
*Clearance Requirement:* Active U.S. Security Clearance (Secret, TS, or TS/SCI) *OR ability to obtain and maintain*
*Citizenship:* U.S. Citizen (Required)
*Employment Type:* Full-Time
*Work Location:* U.S.-Based Secure Facility / Hybrid (Program Dependent)

*Position Description*

The Senior Python Developer performs *independent, senior-level technical work* supporting the design, deployment, and governance of advanced artificial intelligence systems used in defense, surveillance, simulation, and autonomous platforms. The position has *technical ownership responsibility* for AI model architecture, operational performance, and compliance within secure and regulated environments.

This role supports government programs requiring strict adherence to *DoD security, safety, and ethical AI standards*.

*Duties and Responsibilities*

*AI System Architecture and Ownership*

* Architect AI systems supporting perception, decision-support, prediction, and control functions
* Define and approve model architectures, training strategies, and deployment approaches
* Establish system-level performance, reliability, and safety requirements
* Ensure AI-generated outputs comply with approved operational constraints and protocols

*Autonomous and Intelligent Systems*

* Design AI components that generate structured recommendations, guidance signals, or control logic for autonomous and unmanned platforms
* Lead integration of AI outputs with navigation, control, simulation, and command systems
* Establish safeguards to mitigate unsafe, unintended, or non-compliant AI behavior

*Model Validation and Optimization*

* Define testing methodologies, validation criteria, and performance metrics
* Evaluate model robustness, scalability, explainability, and operational readiness
* Authorize models for use in development, test, or operational environments

*Compliance, Security, and Governance*

* Ensure compliance with DoD regulations, data handling policies, and ethical AI guidelines
* Oversee use of sensitive or classified datasets in accordance with clearance limitations
* Support audits, technical reviews, and compliance documentation
* Maintain traceability and accountability across AI systems

*Technical Leadership*

* Translate mission and system requirements into AI design decisions
* Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers
* Coordinate with systems engineers, analysts, and program stakeholders

*Required Qualifications*

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, or related field
* *Minimum 5 years* professional experience in AI/ML system development and deployment
* Advanced proficiency with AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX)
* Expert-level proficiency in Python
* Experience working with regulated, sensitive, or classified data environments

*Preferred Qualifications*

* Prior support to DoD, IC, or federal civilian agency programs
* Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, or simulation-driven AI
* Familiarity with secure, air-gapped, or restricted development environments
* Knowledge of AI safety, explainability, and governance practices

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance



Application Question(s):
* This position is on site, can you be in office 5 days a week during regular office hours?
* This position requires U.S. citizenship due to federal security clearance eligibility requirements. Non-U.S. citizens will not be considered and their applications will not be selected. Are you a U.S. Citizen?

Security clearance:
* Confidential (Preferred)

Work Location: In person