AI Software Engineer - SME
Darkwolfsolutions · Chantilly/Herndon, VA
About this role
**Dark Wolf — AI Software Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME)** **About the Role** Dark Wolf builds and deploys data management and analytics solutions for the defense and intelligence communities. We’re seeking an **AI Software Engineer SME** to architect, lead, and execute complex, high-assurance AI/ML engineering initiatives. You’ll serve as the primary technical authority, driving enterprise-scale architectural vision, designing novel AI systems, overseeing multi-cloud and air-gapped infrastructure, and advising government stakeholders on high-impact AI strategies. **Key Responsibilities** - Architect and lead end-to-end technical execution of enterprise-scale AI software systems - Act as the principal technical authority on novel AI frameworks, LLMs, and high-assurance ML capabilities - Define enterprise security standards and mandate security scanning tool integrations across complex systems - Set strategic vision for multi-cloud, hybrid, and air-gapped infrastructure design - Interface with executive and agency leadership to align software engineering roadmaps with mission objectives **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 field (Master’s preferred) - **Experience:** **15+ years** of software engineering experience **Technical Competencies** - **AI Frameworks:** Enterprise AI ecosystem architecture, framework governance, and platform selection - **AI Models:** Novel model architectures, fine-tuning strategies, and LLM deployment in air-gapped environments - **Machine Learning:** Enterprise MLOps architecture, governance, lifecycle management, and scalable ML operations - **Programming & Scripting:** Polyglot mastery across **Python, C++, Go** and system optimization - **Containerization:** Enterprise multi-cluster architecture, zero-trust container security, orchestration strategy - **Agile Frameworks:** Strategic Agile leadership and enterprise scaling/transformations - **Multi-Cloud Architecture:** Hybrid, multi-cloud, and secure air-gapped enterprise cloud design - **Security Scanning Tooling:** Enterprise DevSecOps security posture, compliance authority, vulnerability remediation leadership **Desired Qualifications** - Advanced certifications such as **AWS Certified Solutions Architect**, **CISSP**, **CKA**, or specialized AI/ML certifications - Deep understanding of high-assurance software engineering, zero-trust architecture, and classified deployment constraints **Location** - **Chantilly/Herndon, VA** **Target Salary Range** - **$185,000.00 – $240,000.00+** (commensurate with specialized expertise and technical skillset) **Equal Opportunity Employer** - EEO/AA employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories). Employment requires identity verification, confirmation of US citizenship, and completion of required employment eligibility verification. **Employment Type** - Seeking **direct, full-time W2 employees** only. No third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 contractors for this role.
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