RAG Integration Software Engineer

Software Engineering Columbia, MD
Salary: USD 100000 - 160000 Annually


Description

Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph is required. 
 
Visionist has an exciting new, fully FUNDED opportunity for a RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) Integration Software Engineer on our largest PRIME contract. Our team of Analysts and Engineers is motivated by the direct impact on the mission, crafting specialized tools for enhanced efficiency and quick iterations for our operations user base. Seeing your tools in real-time action brings immediate gratification. This premier program encompasses traditional software services including Systems Design and Engineering, Database Administration, Data Science and Knowledge Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Integration and Test, as well as Operations and Systems Support. The program is characterized by innovation and excitement, fostering meaningful engagements, and offering distinctive collaboration opportunities with users, policy makers, and mission leadership, all while maintaining a service mindset. If you thrive in a collaborative work environment and enjoy utilizing a diverse tech stack, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!
 
For over 13 years, Visionist has been solving the Intelligence Community's toughest software and analysis challenges. We embed small engineering teams with analysts to rapidly identify and solve mission capability gaps playing a critical role in defending our nation’s cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping adversarial infrastructure, pen testing, and operational planning.  If you'd like to join a collaborative group supporting mission critical tasking in a cleared environment, then Visionist is the place for you. Learn more about us at www.visionistinc.com.  
 
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Your contributions are… 
  - Assist in developing and implementing RAG systems, with a focus on vector database integration and optimization
  - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-friendly interfaces for RAG applications using Python, JavaScript and modern web frameworks
  - Contribute to the creation and management of shared collections, ensuring efficient data retrieval and organization
  - Participate in code reviews, team discussions surrounding UI/UX design for RAG applications, and customer interactions to gather product requirements
  - Assist with testing and quality assurance of RAG systems, UI components, and vector database integrations
  - Contribute to technical documentation, improving your ability to communicate complex concepts related to RAG and vector databases clearly
 
Requirements for your new career…
  - Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. (Additional 4 years of experience may substitute degree)
  - 3 years of experience in software development
  - Proficiency in JavaScript and experience with modern web development frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js)
  - Basic understanding of machine learning, natural language processing, and vector database concepts
  - Familiarity with UI/UX design principles for data-intensive applications
  - Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts related to RAG and vector databases to various audiences
  - Ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively
  - Curiosity and passion for AI technology, particularly in RAG systems and their business applications
 
Benefits of becoming a Visionist: Your new career - Visionist, Inc. (visionistinc.com)
  - We are a 100% employee-owned company, so our employees see the benefit of their contributions and have a stake in our overall success!
  - 10% ESOP contribution + 5% 401K match + 8% employee 401K contribution = 23% combined annual contributions
  - 4 weeks paid time off that is never “use or lose”, 12 paid holidays, comp time, overtime, AND flexible work hours
  - 40 hours of paid parental leave with an additional $5,000 supplemental payment upon returning from maternity
  - Medical, dental, & vision benefits for both individuals and families (those who waive medical benefits will receive an additional $4,030/year)
  - Annual lifestyle bonus of $600 – use it towards gyms/fitness, new tech, or your HSA!
  - Annual merit increases & performance-based bonuses
  - Term life insurance, short-term disability, & long-term disability 
 
Salary range: $100,000 - $160,000
Disclaimer: Salary for this position, along with additional compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process.
 
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Not a good fit? Check out our other opportunities: https://jobs.jobvite.com/visionist
 
Next steps: Apply online and one of our recruiters will reach out to you. We have a streamlined process of phone screen with a recruiter, interview with a Visionist team at our HQ in Columbia, MD, and that is all!
 
Interested in learning more about Visionist and the work we do? Check out our website! https://www.visionistinc.com/what-we-do
 
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U.S citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible). Applicants selected will be required to obtain / maintain a government security clearance. 
 
Visionist, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities employer.