DEFCON AI
ML Engineer, Retrieval & Grounded Generation
About this role
Description: Join the analytics and AI engineering team to develop an AI-assisted platform for record retrieval and recommendation in a secure government cloud environment. Build embeddings, vector storage, and retrieval systems, integrating language models with a focus on citation accuracy and testing. Requirements: 5+ years of experience with a production or near-production retrieval-augmented (RAG) system. Strong Python skills with hands-on experience in embeddings and vector retrieval at scale. US Citizenship and active US Secret clearance required. Ability to discuss retrieval design and past work in detail. Benefits: Fully remote work environment with occasional travel. Competitive salary range of $165,000–$200,000, including bonus and equity. 100% employer-paid comprehensive health insurance for you and your family. Unlimited PTO with manager approval and 14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave.