Senior AI Software Developer - Gaithersburg, MD

Senior AI Software Developer - Gaithersburg, MD Skip to content site Home Job Search Veterans Join Our Talent Community This site uses cookies to improve the user experience! Would you like to allow cookies? Accept Cookie Settings Cookie Settings Necessary cookies These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. Performance & analytics cookies These cookies help us understand and improve the use and performance of our services including what links visitors clicked on the most, and how they interact with the various areas and features on our website and apps. Accept all cookies Save changes Senior AI Software Developer - Gaithersburg, MD Gaithersburg, software systems that impact millions of travelers while utilizing AI-enabled tools to improve development velocity, software quality, and operational reliability. This position is located in Gaithersburg, MD and follows a hybrid schedule requiring three days onsite. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Responsibilities of Senior AI Software Developer: Lead Agile sprint planning activities to ensure priorities, deliverables, and project goals are clearly defined and successfully executed. Provide technical mentorship to development teams by promoting best practices, removing obstacles, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Design, develop, and support scalable microservices-based applications using modern software engineering methodologies. Partner with product owners, architects, engineers, and stakeholders within a SAFe Agile framework . Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily

Software Development, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Java, Test Strategy, Security Clearance, Test Harness, Product Management, Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Business Administration, standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Translate business and system requirements into effective software solutions in collaboration with engineering and program teams. Develop high-quality, maintainable, and testable code while adhering to DevSecOps and CI/CD standards. Contribute to architectural discussions and help drive key technical decisions. Build integrations with databases, messaging platforms, and external services through APIs. Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and platform engineering teams to ensure stable and efficient software delivery. Implement automated testing strategies including unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end testing. Utilize AI-powered development tools to improve coding efficiency, automate testing, streamline debugging, and accelerate software delivery. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience. 8+ years of relevant software development experience , or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience. Demonstrated experience designing, building, and supporting microservices architectures . Strong programming experience in at least one modern language such as Java, Python, C++, or similar technologies within Linux environments . Exposure to or experience working with AI-enabled applications, machine learning solutions, intelligent automation platforms, or AI-assisted development tools . Experience working within Agile software development environments . Understanding of REST APIs, distributed systems, and service-oriented architectures. Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance . Ability to successfully pass all required government background screenings and investigations. Preferred Qualifications: Experience using Git-based source control and modern CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) . Experience working with relational and NoSQL database technologies . Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar event-streaming platforms. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud , with AWS preferred. Proficiency with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes . Experience operating within DevSecOps environments . Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and integrating testing pipelines into CI/CD workflows. Microservices, Java, Python, AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, REST APIs, Agile/SAFe, CI/CD, DevSecOps, Distributed Systems, AI/ML, AI-Assisted Development, AI, Federal/Government Experience, Technical Leadership, System Architecture, Linux,, C++, Linux, REST APIs, API Development, Microservices, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Event-Driven Architecture, Application Integration, Software Design Patterns, Code Review, Refactoring, Debugging, Automated Testing,Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Cloud Architecture, Cloud Migration, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, DevOps Infrastructure as Code, IaC, Git, GitHub, GitLab, Kubernetes, Containerization, Container Orchestration, OpenShift, SQL, NoSQL #LI-hybrid #LI-JF2 Apply Now Back To Search Apply For This Position Personal Information First Name Required Last Name Required Email Required Phone Required City Required State Select Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Required Zip Code Required Additional Details Security Clearance Select No Clearance Public Trust Department of Homeland Security (DHS EOD) Secret Top Secret TS/SCI Counterintelligence Scope (CI/CI Poly) Full Scope / Lifestyle (FSP / FS / LS / Lifestyle Poly) DoE L DoE Q Required Work Authorization Select I am authorized to work in this country for any employer I am authorized to work in this country for my present employer only I require sponsorship to work in this country My status to work in this country is unknown Required Education Select High School Diploma/GED Associates Degree Bachelor of Art/Science Masters/MBA Doctorate/Ph.D. None Required Voluntary Self-identification Form Gender Select Male Female I prefer not to self-identify Required Disability Status Select Disability No-Disability I prefer not to self-identify Required Ethnicity/Race Select White (Not Hispanic or Latino) Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (Not Hispanic or Latino) American Indian or Native Alaskan (Not Hispanic or Latino) Asian (Not Hispanic or Latino) Hispanic or Latino Black or African American Two or More Races I prefer not to self-identify Required Veteran Status * Why are we asking? 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Maryland Apply Now Back To Search Job Attributes Job Id: 0000176840 Job Category: Other Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Security Clearance: Public Trust or Uncleared Business Unit: Zachary Piper Division: Not Defined Position Owner: Julia Faiola Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior AI Software Developer to support the modernization of mission-critical air traffic management systems for a federal customer. In this role, you will independently architect, develop, and deliver software solutions while partnering closely with systems engineering, product management, and DevSecOps teams. The position centers on building and enhancing microservices-based applications within a collaborative Agile/SAFe environment, with a strong emphasis on leveraging modern AI-assisted development practices and data-driven technologies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to real-time, safety-critical platforms that support national aviation operations. You will help develop and modernize