ABSC is supporting the Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC) in modernizing its UxS portfolio by employing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), autonomy, and robotics. This will include developing requirements for collaborative autonomy software, informing the enterprise architecture and employment of AI/ML at the tactical edge. The program solutions will provide the software infrastructure and capabilities to meet all responsible AI (RAI) compliance and government accreditation processes for the deployment of software at the speed of relevance and industry best practices.

NSW is developing requirements for collaborative autonomy software utilizing AI, machine learning, and enterprise architecture to improve SOF manned/unmanned learning at the tactical edge. The programs delivered solution(s) will provide software infrastructure, capabilities, and accreditation process for the deployment of software. The Contractor shall be principally located at Naval Amphibious Base (NAB) Coronado, CA.

ABSC is seeking multiple Software Developer Architect/System Engineering Advisors to work on-site in Coronado, CA. Possibility of 2-3 days per week remote work.

Major Duties include assisting the Government personnel in:

Assessing the capability of cutting-edge AI powered software solutions to inform the integration of next generation sensors and related technologies in support of NSW requirements.

Reviewing applied research for NSW requirements

Reviewing scientific study and experimentation directed toward advancing the state of research and subsystem requirements.

Reviewing sensor test and evaluation development

Analyzing and evaluating concepts, technologies, systems and subsystems

Assisting in the development of operational concepts and tactics with the end goal being the application of results to developing new or improving UxS and sensor capabilities

Additional Duties:

Designs and develops software requirements for multiple Artificial Intelligence based products including the software architectures, APIs, frameworks, and libraries (Does not work the actual coding of software requirements).

Assess the functionality of front end and backend of software releases, components, and tooling to inform the development process.

Maintains and guides the development of common libraries and tools used by multiple teams.

Aids in formulating a strategy on how to achieve rapid prototyping of AI capabilities.

Provides technical guidance to data scientists, UX designers, cognitive scientists, developers, and testers to compose cohesive and sound software designs that form the basis of scalable AI solutions.

Documents requirements and specifications and reviews documentation provided by other teams and vendors.

Assist in optimizing software designs and architectures to deliver desired performance requirements and recommend tooling and methodologies to monitor execution and capture performance metrics.

Stays informed on latest AI system and software architectures and trends from design patterns to DevSecOps and systems architecture patterns.

Required Skills/Experience.

A minimum of an Active Secret Security Clearance is required to begin work.

Master’s Degree in an information technology- related field (computer science, software engineering, etc.) or 10+ years of software development experience. Less experience is acceptable with very strong relevant skills shown.

Proficient technical writing skills

Technical experience in developing, modifying, or integrating software (including models, algorithms, behaviors) at the enterprise level.

Technical experience in software delivery with demonstrated ability to integrate with commercial and open-source Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment and/or Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) platforms.

Technical experience working on DevSecOps Pipelines.

Technical experience with architecting and delivering successful complex software projects involving multiple modules, Application Programming Interfaces (API), data integration and algorithm stacks.

Working knowledge of Agile Software Development

Hands on experience in developing a Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Working knowledge with a set of specific technologies such as:

Kubernetes

Computer Vision (especially open-source libraries)

Linux Kernel drivers

Software Defined Radio (SDR)

API gateways

Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) training pipelines

C, C++

Rust

Assembler (ARM, X86)

Java

CUDA

Developing compilers

OAuth/ or SAML

TLS/SSL

The estimated salary range for this position is between $225,000 and $260,000. Keep in mind that this is an estimate and is negotiable. We take into account candidates’ unique experiences, education, and skills when determining compensation. We encourage all applicants to discuss their salary requirements.

Who we are:

ABSC is a technology and services company that combines the agility of a small business with proven processes refined over more than two decades in business. We specialize in supporting public sector clients in the Intelligence, Defense, Health, and Safety areas. Our team stands ready to deliver the next generation of programs, personnel, and solutions to help advance our federal government customers’ driving innovation, agility, and security across all mission areas.

Some of our benefits include:

4 weeks of PTO plus 11 Federal Holidays Retirement Planning – 401k Fully Vested with Match Tuition Assistance Program – Annual contributions to help you pay down your loans Annual Health and Wellness Allowance – buy an Apple Watch, a treadmill, or hit the gym on us Career Development – 5,250 Annual Funds to spend on Education and Training Volunteer Time Off – Annually, all employees can spend 8 hours directly supporting a charity of choice Charitable Match – ABSC matches up to $250 of an employee’s donation to a qualifying charity Paid Parental Leave –Employees receive 3 weeks of paid parental leave at 100% pay Referral Program – We pay for internal and external referrals! LOV Awards – Earn bonus awards throughout the year from our Living Our Values awards program

Apply to join our team today! We are always looking to grow our team - if you know someone who is seeking a new career opportunity, please share this job opening with them! ABSC offers generous external referral bonuses. You don’t need to be an employee to benefit from our Referral Program!

*ABSC is a proud V3, Virginia Values Vets, member which recognizes our commitment to hiring Veterans. If you are a veteran, please be sure to include that in your application. Thank you! *

Absolute Business Solutions Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters; If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email HR@absc-us.com.

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