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# Software Engineer (LLM)

- **Company:** Visionist, Inc
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Parsing, Software Engineering, Workflow Management Systems, Delivery Pipeline, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Git, Atlassian Tools, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9130327/software-engineer-llm

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Additional 4 years of experience may substitute degree)

 - 12 years of experience in Software Engineering
 - Deep experience leveraging LLMs to solve complex problems, including prompt engineering and model optimization
 - Experience integrating AI into automated pipelines and production workflows using APIs and orchestration tools
 - Strong experience with Python, including data parsing and manipulation
 - Experience with networking concepts and protocols
 - Experience conducting open source research
 - Familiarity with Git
 - Familiarity with Atlassian tools, including Jira and Confluence

## Description

Design and deploy agentic AI workflows leveraging autonomous planning and tool use to streamline internal operations and improve system efficiency

 - Design, develop, and maintain automated workflows using Python
 - Conduct vulnerability analysis to support mission-critical initiatives
 - Develop and document new tradecraft
 - Execute customer requests and provide technical solutions aligned with mission needs
 - Perform customer outreach to understand requirements and support strategic initiatives


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