Software Engineer - Human-Centered AI

Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, robotics, smart sensing, and human-centered computing. The resulting research and development help to continuously advance government programs and discover new possibilities in the commercial marketplace. At Charles River, we take great pride in our success at attracting and retaining the most talented and creative problem-solvers in our field. Now as part of GRVTY, we offer the same trusted capabilities with increased organizational depth and expanded capacity across mission-critical national security domains. Are you ready to accelerate our mission-focused innovations? We’d love to hear from you!We are seeking an intellectually curious and motivated software engineer proficient in several programming languages to join our expanding team within the Research and Development Business Unit at GRVTY. In this role, you will act as a versatile software developer, undertaking various responsibilities while utilizing innovative software engineering techniques to address challenging problems in the Human-Centered AI domain. As a key member of our engineering staff, you work alongside passionate technologists and subject-matter experts to build core technologies and deployable AI solutions, while solving complex problems with high impact on national security and society.What you’ll do:Contribute to engineering teams on projects of varying scope and complexityCollaborate with Principal Investigators to understand and prioritize technical requirements, effectively tracking them in GitLabUnderstand and apply the entire software development lifecycle to each projectDevelop responsive, transitional software engineering solutions using programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, Rust, JavaScript, Unity, and other relevant frameworksParticipate in daily stand-up meetings and sprint planning sessions to communicate progress, identify blockers, and collaborate with cross-functional team members in an Agile/Scrum environmentDocument technical implementations and API specifications using tools like Docusaurus and Markdown to facilitate knowledge sharing and maintain clear communication with team members and stakeholdersWhat you’ll need:Master’s degree in computer science or related discipline. In lieu of a master’s degree, a bachelor’s degree with 3 to 5 years of experienceSoftware Design and Development Life-cycle knowledge and understanding of agile methodologiesProven experience in software engineering, with a strong understanding of programming language designStrong proficiency in Python and related frameworksProficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and SQLExperience in deployment engineering, including build systems and containerization, as well as knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud deployment or similar technologiesStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsGood interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with a teamAbility to collaborate with customers to define analytical questions, decision contexts, assumptions, measures, constraints, and experimental designsExperience in a research and development role within the defense industry is preferredU.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a U.S. Security ClearanceDesired Requirements:Experience in machine learning and/or artificial intelligence, specifically in reinforcement learning is preferredDevelopment experience in C++, Java, Rust, C#, Compilers (DSL)Familiarity with React JS libraryWhy Charles River?Charles River Analytics thrives on collaboration and values each team member. We offer competitive compensation plus bonus and retirement contribution, with an attractive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance, as well as vision, life, and disability insurance, paid maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, monthly gym allowance, free parking, generous paid time off, and a casual environment. We offer tremendous flexibility and value work-life balance. We are also accessible by public transportation. Charles River became an employee-owned company in 2012, to set the stage for the next-generation of innovation, service, and growth in R&D. As we entered 2026, we joined forces with GRVTY, gaining the scale and capacity to transition, field, and sustain our innovations faster and more effectively than ever beforeSalary Range$100,000 - $170,000The above salary range is an estimate based on the internal job level(s) for which this role is being considered. The final salary will be decided after careful evaluation of the individual's work experience, education, and overall qualifications. This range does not include the substantial total rewards, as listed below, that you will also be eligible for as an employee at Charles River Analytics.