Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Overview

We build and field-test practical autonomy and sensing systems using commercial off-the-shelf parts. You’ll contribute software that powers two live programs: a semi-autonomous ground rover (ArduPilot-based) and a solar-powered water-quality station (Arduino-based) — both designed for fast, repeatable deployments and dual-use relevance. (Rover scope reference.) We’re hiring an

Entry-Level AI Engineer

to turn research into reliable, production-grade features—especially around

LLMs, retrieval, evaluation, and safety —with a primary focus on

Python

(and some

Java

for service integration). Responsibilities

Develop and maintain software using

Java

and

Python

for robotics, sensing, and data pipelines. Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate code with sensors, navigation systems, and telemetry streams. Write clean, testable code for simulations, QA tools, and field-ready deployments. Contribute to debugging and troubleshooting during lab and field operations. Regularly propose new features and solutions to improve autonomy, reliability, and usability. Stay updated on emerging software tools, frameworks, and defense technology applications. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or entry-level knowledge in: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields Information Technology or Data Science with strong software development experience Must-haves: Proficiency in

Java

and

Python Familiarity with Git, Linux, and common development workflows Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Ability to work independently and in small teams Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting deadlines consistently Preferred Experience and Skills

Experience with APIs, data visualization, or scripting for simulations Exposure to Arduino, embedded systems, or robotics frameworks Knowledge of databases, REST, or MQTT/HTTP telemetry Participation in software internships, defense/engineering clubs, or relevant projects Why Join Us

Competitive pay at

$40/hour

with flexible hybrid/remote options and/or CPT/OPT letter per request Hands-on experience coding for

real robots and deployed sensors Direct mentorship from engineers with defense and industry backgrounds Opportunity to earn

referrals to major defense companies A fast-paced, practical environment where your work gets tested in the field We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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