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Senior Software Engineer

Belay Technologies
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Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021!

Belay Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer (Principal AI Engineer) to join our intel team. The Principal AI Engineer will provide technical leadership and strategic direction for our AI/ML initiatives, balancing hands-on development with architectural oversight. This role will evaluate emerging AI technologies, architect scalable solutions, and mentor junior developers while ensuring delivery of production-grade AI systems. You will work directly with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions that drive value.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead technical strategy for AI/ML initiatives across multiple product lines
  • Evaluate and recommend state-of-the-art AI technologies based on business needs and technical constraints
  • Architect end-to-end AI solutions from proof of concept to production
  • Break down complex AI projects into manageable components for junior developers
  • Provide technical mentorship and code reviews to develop team capabilities
  • Work directly with stakeholders to gather requirements and communicate technical solutions
  • Establish best practices for AI development, testing, and deployment

Candidates should have the following qualifications:
  • TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph
  • 12+ years of software engineering experience or 4 additional yrs. in place of B.S, with 5+ years focused on AI/ML
  • Proven track record of leading successful AI projects from conception to production
  • Strong expertise in Python and modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face)
  • Deep understanding of MLOps practices and tools (MLflow, Weights & Biases, etc.)
  • Experience architecting cloud-native AI solutions (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Strong background in large language models (LLMs) and emerging AI technologies
  • Experience mentoring junior developers and leading technical teams
  • Excellence in system design and software architecture
  • Track record of making strategic technical decisions with demonstrable business impact
  • Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Leadership Competencies: Ability to influence and drive technical decisions across teams
  • Excellence in breaking down complex problems into manageable components.
  • Strong prioritization and project planning skills
  • Proven ability to mentor and grow junior talent
  • Track record of successful stakeholder management
  • Ability to balance technical excellence with practical business needs
Candidates are desired to have the following skills:
  • Experience with specialized AI domains (computer vision, NLP, reinforcement learning)
  • Background in distributed systems and high-performance computing
  • Experience with AI model optimization and deployment on edge devices
  • Familiarity with AI ethics and responsible AI practices
  • Research experience or published papers in AI/ML
  • Open-source contributions to major AI/ML projects
  • Experience with AI system security and privacy considerations

Perks and Benefits:
  • 8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday,11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program
  • 10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one
  • $5,000 annual training/tuition
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • 100% company-funded HSA
  • Rich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)
  • Dental coverage including orthodontia
  • Up to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company funded
  • Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes
  • Pet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more!

At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.

Salary Range: $190,000 to $240,000

Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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About Belay Technologies
Belay Technologies provides leading-edge technology and engineering services to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We are a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) in the Baltimore-Washington Area. We take the smartest approach, delivering innovative solutions to our customers. Put your vision into action with Team Belay!
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