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# Software Engineer, Intelligent Systems

- **Company:** Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Nvidia CUDA, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, Programming Tools, Revision Control Systems, Graphical User Interface, Java GUIs, Python (Programming Language), Qt (Software), Tensorflow, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Pytorch, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Keras, Git, Vue.js, Information Technology, Virtual Agents, Software Coding, Software Version Control, Docker, Programming Languages
- **Published:** May 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=db298b1249f898ac

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Version control?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM discipline to the position summary.

 * Strong communication skills.
 * Proficiency in software development and familiarity with best coding practices in one or more of the following programming languages: C++, Python.
 * Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD) processes for code development, test and evaluation.
 * Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git).
 * Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a development team in executing sponsored projects.
 * Given the nature of the research and requirements from federal sponsors, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
 * Demonstrated ability and willingness to document and define test cases for developed software.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

 * U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret level or higher.

 - Proficiency in Linux and Docker - Familiarity with GPU-based code development (e.g., CUDA).
 * Familiarity with AI/ML development concepts such as RL, RAG, MCP, Agentic AI, multi-modal learning, etc.
 * Familiarity with AI/ML development tools such as PyTorch, Keras, Tensorflow, LangChain, etc.
 * Proficiency in developing web and/or non-web based graphical user interfaces (GUIs) utilizing frameworks such as React, Vue, Qt, etc.

## Description

* Learn about the underlying technical concepts of assigned programs (through both independent learning as well as through program mentors)
 * Participation in weekly program meetings and periodic sponsor meetings (requiring oral and/or written updates)
 * Thorough test, evaluation, and documentation of developed software
 * (As desired) Opportunities to participate in research paper writing and business development proposal writing


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