Python Software Engineer [$224k/yr+] S with Security Clearance

Candidates must already possess an active Secret clearance to be considered. Summary: • Senior Software Engineer position for AI integration and agentic platform development. • Focuses on Python backend development, Kubernetes container orchestration, and applied AI integration using LLMs, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). • Utilizes additional technologies including Java, Spring, Git, Docker, Linux, LangChain, NiFi, Kafka, AWS, Azure, SQL, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. Qualifications && Compensation: • At least 5 years of experience in Software Engineering with a strong focus on Python backend development and a Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). • Total Compensation: $224k+ yearly Job Description: • Design and develop Python-based components for a core agentic platform. • Deploy, manage, and scale applications within Kubernetes (K8s) environments. • Build Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and a li brary of reusable skills (function calling/tools) that enable AI agents to safely interact with internal databases, microservices, and external APIs. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help them expose their Java-based APIs to AI agents. • Implement strict enterprise AI guardrails, ensuring data privacy, sensitive data scrubbing, prompt injection defenses, and output validation. • Maintain strong testing skills, including automated testing pipelines for non-deterministic AI outputs. • Integrate commercial LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic) or open-source models into production backend applications. • Apply modern AI concepts such as prompt engineering, agents, function-calling/tool-use, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). • Design enterprise APIs, RESTful web services, and Microservices architecture. • Utilize configuration management tools including Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Docker. • Work comfortably on a Linux command line. • Assist teams in connecting components to the agent platform using Java frameworks (e.g., Spring). • Utilize Python-based AI integration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen). • Work with Vector Databases, semantic caching, AI observability tools, NiFi, Kafka, and cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, Azure). • Work with SQL databases (e.g., Postgres, MySQL), distributed databases, or NoSQL databases. • Maintain DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications if required. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, with active Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred. Telework: This position supports a hybrid work arrangement, requiring an average of 1-2 days per week in the office. About SYSTOLIC: SYSTOLIC is dedicated to giving our employees the best possible company experience so that they can focus on providing outstanding support to their customer’s mission. Our company is founded on integrity, enthusiasm, and a relentless commitment to supporting the Intelligence Community. You can learn more about us and submit an application to be considered against our current and future openings at https://systolic.com. To learn about our compensation ranges, visit our Pay Transparency page at: https://systolic.com/pay-transparency