Software Engineer

Our client, a leader in aerospace & defense, is looking to hire a Software Engineer. This role is fully onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA.

*This is a 1-year W2 contract with benefits!*

As a Software Engineer, you will work on the research, design, & development of Generative AI tools for safety-critical defense applications. The team is looking for candidates who have first-hand experience creating AI-powered solutions in their professional and/or personal work!

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop, design, and execute experiments to advance business capabilities using Gen AI
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in Product & Engineering, providing technical guidance across multiple sub-projects
• Leverage data & analytics to drive rapid iterative software development

Required Skills & Experience

• 1+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering, Software Development, or relevant field
• Proficiency in Python as well as Linux & Unix
• Application of AI/ML through research and/or hands-on work to enable software solutions

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant field
• Experience in a R&D, Product Development, and/or Testing Environment
• Experience deploying applications powered by Generative AI
• Personal or professional experience with LLMs, Haystack, or LangChain
• Prior experience or interest in the aerospace, automotive, defense, or aviation industries highly valued!

Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.