Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (AI): Design and implement scalable backend systems and AI-powered mission solutions for federal government customers with an accent on cloud-native infrastructure, distributed systems, and machine learning infrastructure. Focus on building high-performance, secure backend platforms and collaborating with stakeholders in secure government environments.

Location: San Francisco, New York, Seattle, Washington DC, Texas, Colorado, Hawaii, St. Louis (USA)

Salary: $138,000–$292,560 USD depending on location

Company

Scale AI develops reliable AI systems and full-stack technologies powering leading AI models for enterprises and governments, including U.S. federal agencies.

What you will do

• Design and implement scalable backend systems leveraging cloud-native AI infrastructure for federal customers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define backend solutions meeting secure government requirements
• Develop distributed systems, data-intensive applications, and machine learning infrastructure
• Build robust backend products empowering customers to accelerate AI ambitions
• Engage with customers to understand requirements and deliver innovative solutions
• Contribute to platform roadmap and product strategy for federal business

Requirements

• Must have or obtain active TS/SCI security clearance
• Proficiency in full stack development including modern web frameworks and databases
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of ETL, data pipelines, data modeling, and governance
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and infrastructure deployment
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits and equity compensation
• Learning and development stipend
• Generous paid time off and commuter stipend
• Inclusive and equal opportunity workplace with accommodations for disabilities