Skills Requirements: FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications) · Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field. · Masters or Doctorate degree may substitute for required experience · 10+ years of experience building, scaling, and maintaining production-grade Python applications. · Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement. *** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD 5 days a week. FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills) These skills will help you succeed in this position: · Deep expertise building, scaling, and maintaining production-grade Python applications · Strong Python backend engineering experience including API design, asynchronous programming, and system integration. · Proficiency in managing and querying both relational databases and vector databases for semantic search. · Hands-on experience working with AI and LLMs in production environments. · Solid understanding of key AI/LLM concepts, including prompt engineering, RAG, AI agents, context management, evaluation and structured outputs. · Understanding of how to measure LLM performance using frameworks like Ragas, TruLens, or Arize Phoenix to evaluate faithfulness, relevance, and safety. · Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and make sound architectural decisions in ambiguous environments. · Strong communication skills with a proven ability to be vocal, engaged, collaborative, proactive, and adaptable within cross-functional teams. HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills) Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills: · Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, containerization, monitoring, and logging. · Prior experience building or operating public-facing, high-availability, or regulated systems. · Familiarity with AI safety, moderation, and responsible AI practices. · Experience working in fast paced, “startup-like" environments. |