Applied AI Interface Engineer

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Applied AI Interface Engineer to join our team in Alexandria, VA
. As part of the position, you will act as a Software Engineer designing and implementing services and components for AI applications.

• Designs and builds User Interfaces using modern UX/UI standards.
• Develops, implements, and maintains full-stack software solutions for AI-enabled applications.
• Works closely with the Software Architect to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Develops and integrates AI and ML capabilities on a cloud-hosted data platform that supports significant market adoption, high performance, and strict access control and governance.
• Stays current with advancements in AI, machine learning, and software engineering, incorporating best practices into the development process.
• Documents software designs, code, and processes to ensure maintainability, scalability, and knowledge sharing among team members.
• Participates in code reviews and provides constructive feedback to peers to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and knowledge transfer within the team.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4 or more years (2 with Master’s) of experience in software development, systems integration, data management, or related fields.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, including familiarity with modern frameworks and libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Solid knowledge of HTML and CSS, including responsive design principles and front-end workflows.
• Knowledge of Python and REST API frameworks.
• Basic understanding of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles, with the ability to collaborate with designers to translate wireframes into functional code.
• Problem‑Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with the capacity to debug and resolve issues related to front‑end code.
• Experience with Generative AI including API access to large language models (LLMs).

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technology.
• Experience working in AWS environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Experience working with data ingest and transformation.

• Must possess a current and active TS/SCI clearance

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co‑workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.