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# Software Engineer - Tools and Applications

- **Company:** Visionist, Inc
- **Location:** Laurel, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, System Availability, Large Language Models, Free and Open-Source Software
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9167107/software-engineer-tools-and-applications

## About the Role

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

 - 3 years of experience in software development
 - Proficiency with Python or another Object-Oriented Programming language
 - Knowledge of and experience with using LLMs as a part of a code solution workflow
 - Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions
 - Ability to learn new technologies quickly
 - Familiarity with UI/UX principles

## Description

Ensure high availability, reliability, performance, and security of AI tools

 - Modify FOSS (Free and Open-Source Software) to accommodate the customer's use cases
 - Regularly engage with customers, conducting requirements elicitation and developing solutions to address their needs
 - Maintain existing customer-facing infrastructure and applications, ensuring reliable services


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