Senior AI/ML Software Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

Yellow Duck Technologies Inc.

• $138K — $165K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI, or related field; 4 years additional experience may substitute for degree.
  • 12+ years of software engineering experience, focusing on machine learning or natural language processing.
  • Strong expertise in deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or MXNet.
  • Proficient in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
  • Solid understanding of LLM architectures and training techniques.
  • Familiar with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP and their ML services.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, deploy, and maintain AI/ML software solutions.
  • Support the training, hosting, and optimization of large language models (LLMs).
  • Troubleshoot performance issues and improve system reliability.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to integrate AI/ML capabilities into existing systems.
  • Apply software engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI/ML projects.
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams to enhance technical skills.
  • Supportive work environment aimed at professional growth.
  • Flexibility and responsiveness for cleared professionals.
Full Job Description
Senior Software Engineer to join our artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) team.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop, deploy, and maintain AI/ML software solutions.
  • Support the training, hosting, and optimization of LLMs.
  • Troubleshoot performance issues and improve system reliability.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to integrate AI/ML capabilities into existing environments.
  • Apply software engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycle.


Requirements:
  • Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field. An additional 4 years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
  • 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on machine learning or natural language processing.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
  • Strong expertise in deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or MXNet.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
  • Solid understanding of LLM architectures, training techniques, and evaluation methodologies.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and their machine learning services.
  • Knowledge of software engineering best practices, including version control, testing, and continuous integration/deployment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Yellow Duck is hiring cleared technical professionals at all skill levels. If you possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, please submit your resume for a friendly follow-up and quick job-matching response!

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