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Real-World AI Software Architect

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Maryland, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

Description

Are you a skilled and time-tested software architect not afraid to get your hands dirty?

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

Are you excited by a chance to create and develop a pioneering groundbreaking real-world artificial intelligence system for high-end sensors?

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We seek a software architect to help us create systems to enhance an autonomous system's understanding of the world from a diverse range of fused information sources, pattern recognition (ML / DL) algorithms and reasoning engines. Our team works with multiple government agencies to ensure our military and first-responders have groundbreaking AI-enabled tools to enhance their ability to respond to emerging threats anywhere in the world.

As a real-world AI software architect...

  • Your primary responsibility is to keep abreast of industry developments in support of selecting and deploying technologies in our groundbreaking real-world AI-based product.
  • You will work with a skilled team of engineers and scientists to plan and design robust systems to enable the rapid information flow and analysis required for a real-world AI system to carry out its tasks.
  • You will design both towards assuring actual security and to support security requirements.
  • You will track progress of and guide the various sub-teams to support system development, design and goals.
  • You will get your hands dirty coding (C , CMake, build servers, Linux).

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

  • A B.S degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience systems programming (C , C#, Java, etc.).
  • Strong information technology skills.
  • Familiarity with system deployment.
  • Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment technologies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Demonstrated success leading in a team environment.
  • Thrive in a dynamic project environment with evolving technologies and problem-sets!
  • Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
  • Are able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
  • You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

  • Have an M.S. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • 8 years of experience working with systems programming languages.
  • 3 years architecting systems.
  • Experience with data science and machine learning programming.
  • Ability to laugh at the phrase 'neuromorphics enabled.'
  • Experience with information assurance.
  • Experience with C , C#, Rust, Go, etc.
  • Experience with CMake, vcpkg, Gitlab CI.
  • Experience with wrangling many containerized services.
  • Experience with multiple flavors of Linux.
  • Experience interacting with government customers.
  • Full-stack experience.
  • Machine / Deep Learning or analytics development experience.
  • Hold an active Top Secret security clearance.
  • Why work at APL?

    The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

    At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work / life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http : / / www.jhuapl.edu / careers.

    About Us

    APL is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

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