AI Software Engineer - 176832

Job Id: 0000176832Job Category: Information TechnologyJob Location: Gaithersburg, MarylandSecurity Clearance: No ClearanceBusiness Unit: Zachary PiperPosition Owner: Madeline ShoemakerZachary Piper Solutions is seeking an AI Software Developer to support a company focused on modernizing air traffic management systems through a hybrid cloud automation platform within the aviation and government technology sector. This position is hybrid in Gaithersburg, MD requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week. The AI Software Developer will lead the design, development, and modernization of microservices-based applications supporting mission-critical, real-time operational systems. This is an opportunity to help shape next-generation aviation technologies that impact millions of travelers while leveraging AI-assisted software development practices.Responsibilities for the AI Software Developer include:Lead Agile sprint planning, technical execution, and delivery of software development objectivesDesign, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using modern software engineering best practicesCollaborate with product owners, systems engineers, architects, DevSecOps teams, and developers within a SAFe Agile environmentDevelop and integrate APIs, databases, messaging platforms, and cloud-native services while supporting CI/CD pipelinesUtilize AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, testing, debugging, refactoring, and software quality improvementsRequired Qualifications for the AI Software Developer include:4-8+ years of software development experienceHands-on experience developing and supporting microservices-based systemsStrong programming experience with Java, C++, Python, or similar object-oriented languages in Linux environmentsExperience using AI-assisted development tools, AI/ML-enabled systems, automation platforms, or intelligent software solutionsExperience working within Agile development environmentsAbility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust investigationBachelor's DegreeCompensation for the AI Software Developer includes:Salary Range: $90,000-150,000 **Depending on education level and years of experience** There are senior and mid level openings within this range.Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law#LI-MZ1 #LI-ONSITESEO Keywords: Senior AI Software Developer, AI Software Engineer, Java Developer, C++ Developer, Python Developer, Microservices Architecture, AWS Cloud Engineer, Linux Developer, Agile Software Development, SAFe Agile, DevSecOps Engineer, CI/CD Pipelines, Kafka Developer, Docker, Kubernetes, API Development, Distributed Systems, Cloud Native Applications, AI-Assisted Development, Claude Code, Machine Learning Systems, Event-Driven Architecture, NoSQL Databases, Real-Time Systems, Air Traffic Management Technology, Hybrid Cloud Platform, Software Architect, Backend Developer, Government Technology, Automation Platform Development, Enterprise Software Engineering, Public Trust Eligible, Hybrid Software Engineer Jobs, Gaithersburg MD