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AI Engineer
Nou Systems Inc
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Huntsville, Alabama, United States
The role will support Nou Systems Inc in Huntsville, Alabama within the Technical Solutions Division and JSTC2 Team. The AI Engineer will prototype generative-AI-powered capabilities and integrate LLM-based functions into Government Off-the-Shelf software used for warfighting training exercise participants.
Onsite Location and Team
Location:
Huntsville, AL (onsite). You will work as part of a multidisciplinary software team spanning a web-based front end, a large-data-management back end, and on-prem LLM-powered data exploration. Key Responsibilities
Prototype new
LLM-powered capabilities
and integrate them into the existing software. Contribute to user-facing capabilities delivered on a
10-week cadence
. Help elicit end user needs rather than working solely from pre-defined requirements managed externally. Scope work even when information is not complete. Evaluate the changing AI landscape and support informed decisions about new technologies and frameworks through analysis of alternatives. Mentor and lead technical contributors to act as a force multiplier for the team. Support software architecture development in coordination with the Chief Architect. Communicate technical decisions and support them with
quantitative information
. Collaborate with the wider team to adapt to project needs when necessary. Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (Master’s or higher preferred). Experience:
5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, including 2+ years focused on LLMs or similar generative models. Security clearance:
Must possess or be able to obtain an
active Secret Security Clearance
. Citizenship:
U.S. Citizen. Proficiency in
Python + PyTorch
, generative AI frameworks (
LangChain, LlamaIndex
), and vector databases (
ChromaDB
). Ability to develop software as an
individual contributor
without agentic coding support. Experience producing production code that is
modular
,
unit tested
, supports integration and end-to-end testing, and is maintained in source control (
Git + GitLab
). Experience with
Scrum Agile
, including participation in ceremonies such as standup, sprint reviews, and Product Increment planning. Team-focused execution including ticket management, constructive peer reviews, and backlog management. Technologies
Python, PyTorch LangChain, LlamaIndex ChromaDB Git, GitLab Docker Ubuntu Preferred Qualifications
Experience using LLMs as a
natural language interface
to a data store, beyond traditional RAG. Experience developing
MCP tooling
for custom applications. Comfort developing in a containerized (Docker) Linux-based (Ubuntu) environment. Experience developing for a
CI/CD
pipeline. Active Top Secret clearance
. Benefits
Competitive Wages* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Optional Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Personal Time Off, Annual Leave, and Paid Federal Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs Personal Development, Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns Opportunities for Advancement Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Bonus Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
Huntsville, AL (onsite). You will work as part of a multidisciplinary software team spanning a web-based front end, a large-data-management back end, and on-prem LLM-powered data exploration. Key Responsibilities
Prototype new
LLM-powered capabilities
and integrate them into the existing software. Contribute to user-facing capabilities delivered on a
10-week cadence
. Help elicit end user needs rather than working solely from pre-defined requirements managed externally. Scope work even when information is not complete. Evaluate the changing AI landscape and support informed decisions about new technologies and frameworks through analysis of alternatives. Mentor and lead technical contributors to act as a force multiplier for the team. Support software architecture development in coordination with the Chief Architect. Communicate technical decisions and support them with
quantitative information
. Collaborate with the wider team to adapt to project needs when necessary. Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (Master’s or higher preferred). Experience:
5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, including 2+ years focused on LLMs or similar generative models. Security clearance:
Must possess or be able to obtain an
active Secret Security Clearance
. Citizenship:
U.S. Citizen. Proficiency in
Python + PyTorch
, generative AI frameworks (
LangChain, LlamaIndex
), and vector databases (
ChromaDB
). Ability to develop software as an
individual contributor
without agentic coding support. Experience producing production code that is
modular
,
unit tested
, supports integration and end-to-end testing, and is maintained in source control (
Git + GitLab
). Experience with
Scrum Agile
, including participation in ceremonies such as standup, sprint reviews, and Product Increment planning. Team-focused execution including ticket management, constructive peer reviews, and backlog management. Technologies
Python, PyTorch LangChain, LlamaIndex ChromaDB Git, GitLab Docker Ubuntu Preferred Qualifications
Experience using LLMs as a
natural language interface
to a data store, beyond traditional RAG. Experience developing
MCP tooling
for custom applications. Comfort developing in a containerized (Docker) Linux-based (Ubuntu) environment. Experience developing for a
CI/CD
pipeline. Active Top Secret clearance
. Benefits
Competitive Wages* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Optional Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Personal Time Off, Annual Leave, and Paid Federal Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs Personal Development, Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns Opportunities for Advancement Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Bonus Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach #J-18808-Ljbffr