AI Software Engineer

4 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Piper Companies Full time $120,000 - $220,000 per year

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer with an active Top Secret Clearance (or higher) to support a high-impact federal program focused on delivering advanced, AI-powered mission solutions for government customers. As part of a forward-leaning engineering team, you'll help design and implement scalable systems capable of processing massive data volumes with speed, precision, and reliability. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that drive real-world results and strengthen critical national missions.

This role is Hybrid out of Washington D.C.

Responsibilities of the Software Engineer:

  • Design and develop scalable applications using Python, Java, C++, or TypeScript, driving innovation across mission systems
  • Build and deploy microservices and RESTful APIs using Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, or EKS to deliver secure, reliable solutions
  • Implement automation and integration within AWS or Azure environments leveraging modern CI/CD frameworks
  • Contribute to infrastructure-as-code solutions with Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation for streamlined deployment and configuration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, scalability, and security of distributed systems
  • Support data-driven and AI-enabled applications, integrating with APIs, pipelines, and analytics frameworks
  • Participate in system architecture reviews, technical design sessions, and documentation to ensure long-term maintainability

Qualifications for the Software Engineer:

  • 3–7 years of professional software development experience
  • Proficiency in one or more core languages: Python, Java, C++, JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud services and modern DevOps practices
  • Strong understanding of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and agile development methodologies
  • Experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs in distributed environments

Preferred Skills:

  • Exposure to AI/ML integration, model deployment, or data-intensive systems
  • Experience with streaming technologies like Kafka or Kinesis
  • Understanding of security, compliance, and cloud governance in federal environments
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline

Compensation and Benefits:

  • $170,000 - $260,000+ *Dependent on experience*
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays, with generous bonuses
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