> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4256487-senior-ai-software-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4256487-senior-ai-software-developer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior AI Software Developer

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Gaithersburg, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $155,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Databases, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, NoSQL, Scrum Methodology, E2e Testing, Reverse Engineering, Scaled Agile Framework, Software Systems, Git, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Video Streaming, Code Restructuring, Devsecops, Docker, Web Api, Programming Languages, Microservices
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9274150/senior-ai-software-developer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field and 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree and 6+ years; equivalent experience may be considered
 * Hands-on experience developing and supporting microservices-based systems
 * Proficiency in Java, Python, C++, or a comparable programming language in a Linux environment
 * Experience or exposure to AI/ML-enabled systems, automation, or intelligent platforms
 * Experience working in an Agile software development environment
 * Understanding of APIs and distributed system concepts
 * Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust and successfully complete required background investigations, * Experience with safety-critical or high-availability software and reverse-engineering existing designs
 * Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
 * Experience with relational or NoSQL databases and Kafka or other event-streaming technologies
 * Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP; AWS preferred
 * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container and orchestration technologies
 * Experience integrating automated testing frameworks into CI/CD pipelines

## Description

* Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications supporting real-time operations
 * Lead sprint planning, guide technical priorities, mentor team members, and remove development roadblocks
 * Partner with systems engineers, architects, and product teams to translate requirements into software solutions
 * Develop maintainable, testable code and contribute to system design and technical decisions
 * Integrate applications with databases, messaging platforms, and external APIs
 * Use AI-assisted tools to support coding, debugging, refactoring, and test creation
 * Build automated unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end tests to improve release quality
 * Collaborate with QA, DevSecOps, and platform teams to troubleshoot issues, improve performance, and support reliable deployments