AI Software Engineer - Expert
Darkwolfsolutions · Chantilly/Herndon, VA
About this role
**Dark Wolf — AI Software Engineer (Expert)** Dark Wolf constructs and deploys data management and analytics solutions for the defense and intelligence communities. We’re seeking an **AI Software Engineer (Expert)** to lead the technical architecture, optimization, and implementation of **high-throughput AI platforms**. --- ## Key Responsibilities - Lead architectural execution and implementation of enterprise AI applications and complex agent workflows. - Optimize model inference speed, memory efficiency, and quantization techniques for **air-gapped deployments**. - Design resilient **multi-cloud container infrastructure** using **Infrastructure as Code (IaC)** tooling. - Establish security scanning frameworks and lead vulnerability remediation across production systems. - Serve as a technical lead: drive Agile sprint deliverables, manage technical debt, and mentor engineering teams. --- ## Required Qualifications - **Clearance:** US Citizen with an active **TS/SCI** security clearance and an active **Full-Scope Polygraph**. - **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field *(Master’s preferred).* - **Experience:** **7–10+ years** of software engineering and systems architecture experience with demonstrated leadership. --- ## Technical Competencies - **AI Frameworks:** Advanced knowledge of **RAG** architectures, framework customization, and orchestration strategies. - **AI Models:** Expertise in **model quantization**, distillation, and custom **multi-agent** system design. - **Machine Learning:** Experience with **MLOps** pipeline automation, model inference optimization, and deployment lifecycle. - **Programming & Scripting:** Strong mastery of **Python, C++, Go**, and asynchronous programming design. - **Containerization:** Deep experience with **Kubernetes**, service mesh integration, and orchestration. - **Agile Frameworks:** Experience as a Technical Pod Lead or Scrum Master driving execution. - **Multi-Cloud Architecture:** Multi-cloud systems architecture using **Terraform** and cloud-native frameworks. - **Security Scanning Tooling:** Expert knowledge of **DevSecOps** security integrations, compliance checks, and remediation. --- ## Desired Qualifications - AWS Certified Solutions Architect, **CISSP**, or **CKA**. - Proven track record deploying complex AI models in **classified, air-gapped** intelligence networks. --- ## Position Clearance Requirement - US Citizenship with an active **TS/SCI** clearance and **Full-Scope Polygraph**. --- ## Location - **Chantilly/Herndon, VA** --- ## Target Salary Range - **$165,000 – $200,000** (commensurate with specialized expertise and technical skillset) --- ## Equal Opportunity Employer We are an **EEO/AA** employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories). All persons hired must verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete required employment eligibility verification. --- ## Employment Type - **Direct, full-time W2 employees only** - No third-party staffing agencies, **C2C**, or **1099** contractors for this role.
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