Technical AI Requirements Systems Engineer (Mid/Senior) (Hybrid) - Java/JavaScript/AI/ML
About this role
Bridging the gap between high-level operational goals and technical execution, Captivation Software needs a Technical AI Requirements Systems Engineer to oversee a mission-critical system integration. This engineer will translate broad stakeholder needs into precise functional requirements, writing actionable Jira user stories while guiding the development team through the agile lifecycle.
Operating in Annapolis Junction, MD, the selected professional will act as a key technical liaison between customers, software developers, and AI stakeholders. Day-to-day work centers on defining low-level requirements, validating new features, and assessing how emerging machine learning capabilities fit into existing cloud architectures.
Ideal candidates bring a solid background in systems engineering combined with familiarity in Java or JavaScript development. Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates technical tradeoffs clearly to diverse audiences will find success here.
What you will do
- Collaborate directly with customers and stakeholders to define, analyze, and document detailed functional requirements for enterprise software.
- Translate high-level operational goals into actionable Jira epics and user stories for the development team.
- Engage actively in Agile delivery ceremonies throughout the entire software development lifecycle.
- Conduct hands-on technical execution, functional feature testing, and validation of new application capabilities.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between systems engineers, software developers, and domain experts.
- Communicate recommended artificial intelligence approaches and architectural tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical audiences.
What you need
- Must currently hold an active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable polygraph and maintain U.S. citizenship.
- Hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, noting that a Master's degree can substitute for two years of experience.
- Bring a minimum of five years of experience performing in a Lead System Engineer role for a software development team.
- Demonstrate familiarity with software development using Java or JavaScript frameworks, RESTful microservices, and Amazon Web Services cloud deployments.
- Possess the ability to elicit and convert customer needs into clear technical specifications and Jira user stories.
- Show awareness of modern artificial intelligence and machine learning advancements to identify practical enterprise applications.
Nice to have
- Experience designing or refining technical artifacts specifically for AI integration
- Ability to evaluate AI architectures, assess model performance, and identify system-level integration tradeoffs
- Experience coordinating the design and development of AI-driven solutions from conception to deployment
- Track record of continuously applying new technologies and methodologies to improve existing systems
Benefits
- Annual Salary ranging from $130,000 to $270,000 depending on years of experience
- Up to 20% 401(k) contribution with no matching required and vested from day one
- $3,600 Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
- 6 weeks of paid time off
- Company-paid employee medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, and AD&D insurance
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for this position?
The annual salary ranges from $130,000 to $270,000, determined by your years of experience.
What security clearance is required to apply?
Candidates must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable polygraph and be U.S. citizens.
What are the education and experience qualifications?
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college is required, along with at least five years of experience performing in a Lead System Engineer role for a software development team. A Master's degree can substitute for two years of experience.
What benefits are included with this role?
Benefits include an annual salary of $130,000 to $270,000, up to a 20% 401(k) contribution with no matching required and vested from day one, $3,600 HSA contribution, 6 weeks of paid time off, and company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance.
The application is on the official Captivation Software careers page.
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