Forward Deployed AI Engineer (FedD149B/ FedD110)

What this role involves

Defense Unicorns is seeking a Forward Deployed AI Engineer to work with government clients on deploying AI systems in secure environments. The role involves building and deploying agentic GenAI systems, working with Kubernetes and air-gapped environments, and collaborating with customer leadership. Requires US citizenship and clearance eligibility.

Skills this posting asks for

• python
• typescript
• kubernetes
• llms
• generative ai
• context engineering
• data pipelines
• api development
• information retrieval
• air-gapped environments
• uds
• agentic systems

Requirements

• 3 years of experience
• Level: mid
• Visa sponsorship: no
• Security clearance required

From the employer’s posting

EMPLOYER IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION REQUIRES U.S. CITIZENSHIP. Role Description: Defense Unicorns is seeking a Senior Forward Deployed AI Engineer to embed with defense and national security customers as a technical partner, owning sol…