$90,000 – $130,000/yr

Junior AI Software Engineer

United StatesUnited States·Chantilly/herndonentry
OtherAi Software Engineer
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Requirements Summary

Clearance: Must be a US Citizen holding an active TS/SCI security clearance with an active Full-Scope Polygraph. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering,

Technical Tools
OtherAi Software Engineer

Responsibilities

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  • Assist with building and maintaining scalable ML data ingestion pipelines.
  • Support code development and scripting using Python and Bash.
  • Containerize application modules using Docker for deployment.
  • Perform regular unit testing and execute automated security scanning tools to ensure code health and compliance.
  • Participate in daily Agile activities, code reviews, and backlog refinement sessions.

Requirements

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  • Clearance: Must be a US Citizen holding an active TS/SCI security clearance with an active Full-Scope Polygraph.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • Experience: 0-4+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Experience writing automated unit tests and maintaining code repositories.
  • Cloud or technical entry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner).

US Citizenship with an active TS/SCI security clearance with Full-Scope Polygraph

  • AI Frameworks: Basic familiarity with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • AI Models: Basic understanding of model evaluation techniques and foundational prompt engineering.
  • Machine Learning: Core understanding of supervised/unsupervised learning concepts and feature engineering.
  • Programming & Scripting: Practical competency in Python and fundamental scripting tools.
  • Containerization: Experience building and running basic Docker images.
  • Agile Frameworks: Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, or Kanban concepts.
  • Multi-Cloud Architecture: Basic familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
  • Security Scanning Tooling: Hands-on exposure to static code analysis and security scanning tools (e.g., SonarQube).

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Chantilly/herndon, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
August 18, 2026
First seen
August 18, 2026
Last seen
August 19, 2026

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Junior AI Software Engineer$90k–$130k