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# Full Stack AI Software Engineer

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Automation of Marketing, Software Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Spring-boot, Agentic-AI, Cloud Integration, Docker
- **Published:** October 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3417342366&tx=JT10496UHI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.?, * Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.

 * Experience with Java and cloud integration technologies such as Spring Boot, Docker, and Helm.
 * Experience with and technical understanding of technologies used to build Agentic AI-based solutions, such as MCP and RAG.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

 * Creative problem-solving skills and ability to build rapid prototypes.
 * Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 * Passion for software engineering practices and ability to overcome system engineering challenges.

To help you achieve your goals, BBN will provide

 * A strong leadership team well-versed in government R&D.
 * A collaborative and collegial environment to push state-of-the-art research.
 * A diverse and technically competent pool of research scientists who are willing to mentor, listen, and help you refine your research vision and goals.
 * Business development, programmatic, contracting, finance, and HR support.
 * Access, through RTX, to opportunities that help transition your research and ultimately see it fielded.

## Description

Come join our team to develop the tools for the technology-augmented warfighter of the future! Front-line operators in the military, law enforcement, search and rescue teams, and other areas increasingly rely on cutting-edge technologies to give them an edge in terms of planning, decision-making, and communication. We are looking for software developers and AI enthusiasts to join us in developing and transitioning artificial intelligence and middleware solutions to make a difference. As part of our team, you will be developing initial prototype technologies and transitioning these technologies to operational use.

What You Will Do

 * Work with a small team on cutting-edge research and development projects.
 * Design and develop software using the latest open-source technologies.
 * Receive and incorporate feedback from end users, field tests, and exercises.
 * Explore technical possibilities collaboratively with motivated, world-class colleagues.
 * Deliver practical solutions to complex problems.


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