Senior-Level AI Engineer (Python)

Job overview

The Senior-Level AI Engineer (Python) role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Compensation is $155,000–$175,000 per year. IDS develops solutions for government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients, and this role supports its AI and Emerging Technologies mission. The engineer works with mission stakeholders and technical leadership to develop AI-enabled capabilities, including LLM orchestration and fine-tuning, that support vulnerability identification and mitigation. The role also integrates analysis and testing tools, builds data and database solutions, and supports secure deployment and system performance.

What you'll do

• Collaborate on LLM orchestration frameworks
• integrate static analyzers, RAG systems, and automated testing pipelines
• clean, transform, and vectorize documentation, source code, and test artifacts
• design database solutions for RAG, artifact storage, and audit trails
• deploy networked AI tools in secure enclaves
• profile and optimize performance and scalability
• support security assessments and ATO processes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior-level ai engineer

python

artificial intelligence

machine learning

large language models

rag

vector databases

annapolis junction md

ids international

$155k–$175k/year

ts/sci with polygraph

secure enclaves

software development lifecycle

agile

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits are noted
• specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

Why this role

Requires active TS/SCI with Polygraph, Python and AI/ML integration proficiency, and relevant experience with LLMs, RAG frameworks, static analyzers, and relational and vector databases. Shift times may vary with customer requirements.

About the employer

IDS International is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.