Software Engineer, Applied AI - Clearance Required

About the TeamHere at BTI360, we’ve built a culture that’s passionate about developing software engineers. Software doesn't build itself. People do.  In fact, teams of people do.  That's why our primary focus is on developing better craftsmen, better teammates, and better technical leaders.  By putting people first, we're not just giving our teammates more opportunities to grow, we're also raising the bar of the software we ship. BTI360 previously has been voted 10 years in a row as a TOP Place to Work by the Washington Business Journal. BTI360 is a data discovery company, using AI to transform proprietary data into actionable insights that directly support our customer's mission. We’re looking for multiple Software Engineers to join our growing team, and we have opportunities available for engineers across a wide range of experience levels that bring the expertise, creativity, and leadership to drive innovative solutions that apply advanced AI techniques to solve complex problems. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact by leveraging cutting-edge technology, data, and a deep understanding of mission-driven challenges. In this role, you will:Work closely with teammates and stakeholders in a Lean Agile environment to build mission-critical applications focused on data discovery and analysis Develop and maintain context-aware data systems to provide GenAI applications with domain-specific knowledge and situational awarenessParticipate in system architecture discussions, design reviews, and code reviews to promote technical excellenceLeverage modern build tools, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines to ensure quality and delivery speed Ensure reliability, observability, and security in AI-driven systemsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end AI solutions You might thrive in this role if you have the following skills:Active Security Clearance (Secret or higher) or the ability to obtain oneStrong software engineering skills using object-oriented principles – Python or NodeJS preferredStrong understanding of software testing, code quality, and deployment best practicesExperience designing and implementing scalable and maintainable software in a cloud environment (AWS preferred) leveraging foundational services for computing, identity management, and networkingEffective written and verbal communication skills for technical collaboration and stakeholder engagementCandidates must maintain a primary residence within a two‑hour drive of Herndon, VA to support onsite collaboration as needed.You may excel in this role if you have also these skills: Experience integrating GenAI and LLMs into production software applications leveraging techniques such as retrieval-augmented generation and agentic AIFamiliarity with AI development frameworks and tooling such as LangChainAbility to engineer solutions that process and extract value from large-scale structured and unstructured dataExperience with source control (e.g. Git) and CI/CD pipeline tools such as AWS CodeBuild (preferred), Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions Experience developing and deploying containerized applications with tools like Docker and KubernetesFamiliarity with monitoring and observability stacks such as Prometheus/Grafana (preferred), CloudWatch, or ELK/EFK Contributions to open-source libraries or community projects or personal projects The base salary pay range for this role is $96,900 - $247,900. This range reflects base compensation only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or additional pay incentives associated with the opportunity.BTI360 benefits for full-time teammatesFully paid healthcare premiumsCompetitive salaries and performance bonusesCareer development and in-house training Tuition Reimbursement Up to 5 weeks PTO plus 2 weeks of federal holidays 401K dollar for dollar matching up to 6% annually - vested immediately on day 1 Giving Back: Serving communities locally and across the globeSocial Events (happy hours, golf tournament, BTI360 Family Festival and more)Commitment to Fairness and InclusionAt BTI360, we believe that unlocking the potential of others is not just a mission—it's the heart of our culture. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual can grow each day, lead with humility, and do the right thing. Our core values guide us in developing software that makes a difference, primarily serving national security customers in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We celebrate fairness and are dedicated to creating an environment of mutual respect and inclusion where everyone can bring their true selves to work.Join us in a workplace where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your potential is unlocked. Together, we develop great software fast and deliver exceptional solutions for our customers.