Artificial Intelligence (AI) System Engineer

Technical AI Requirements Systems EngineerBelay Technologies is seeking a Technical AI Requirements Systems Engineer. We have an immediate need for a Technical AI Requirements Systems Engineer to support Report Authoring and Dissemination (RAD) and assist with overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of a mission-critical system. Candidates should be passionate about collaboratively solving challenging problems and have a track record of delivering high-quality solutions. Work directly with customers, systems engineers, developers, and AI solution stakeholders to ensure mission-driven software capabilities are accurately defined, built, tested, and delivered. Engage tactically with the development team, close collaboration with stakeholders, and active participation in Agile delivery throughout development lifecycle. Perform hands-on technical execution, low-level requirements definition, and functional validation of new features for an enterprise application integrating AI-enabled capabilities.Required skills and experience include:Familiarity with software development using Java or JavaScript frameworks, RESTful microservices, and Cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services)Ability to work directly with customers to elicit, analyze, and document detailed functional requirements and convert them into technical specificationsAbility to translate high-level requirements into actionable Jira user stories and epics for development teamsExperience conducting functional testing of application featuresServing as a key technical liaison, collaborating with cross-functional teams, including system engineers, software developers, and domain experts. Effectively present and articulate recommended AI approaches, discussing the tradeoffs and implications of different implementations with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersAwareness of modern AI/ML advancements and ability to identify practical opportunities to apply emerging capabilities to enterprise applicationsDesired experience includes:Experience designing or refining technical artifacts specifically for AI integrationAbility to evaluate AI architectures, assess model performance, and identify system-level integration tradeoffsAbility to translate high-level requirements into actionable Jira user stories and epics for development teamsCoordinating the design and development of AI-driven solutions from conception to deployment, ensuring seamless integration with the existing software architectureStaying current with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, continuously seeking opportunities to apply new technologies and methodologies to improve existing systems and solve complex problemsPerks and Benefits:8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday, 11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one$5,000 annual training/tuitionStudent Loan Repayment Program100% company-funded HSARich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)Dental coverage including orthodontiaUp to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company fundedAmazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizesPet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more!At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.Salary Range: $150,000.00 to $230,000.00Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.