Contrast Security

Software Engineer – AI Development

Contrast Security

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: BaltimoreMarylandUnited States

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Salary

💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per year

About the role

  • Design, build, and deploy production-grade AI/ML systems to solve complex security problems, from traditional vulnerability detection models to LLM-powered code analysis and remediation agents.
  • Design and implement advanced prompt engineering strategies and build complex, multi-step agentic workflows to power our intelligent features.
  • Build and optimize the data pipelines, training workflows, and serving infrastructure that form the backbone of our AI platform.
  • Partner closely with engineering teams and security researchers to integrate AI/ML models into the Contrast platform and solve real-world customer problems.
  • Contribute to our engineering culture by participating in code reviews, mentoring team members, and staying current with the latest research in AI and cybersecurity.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of professional software engineering experience building and deploying production systems.
  • Expertise in Python and common AI/ML frameworks.
  • Proficiency in Java for building and maintaining production-grade backend services.
  • Demonstrable experience in one or both of the following areas:
  • A) Machine Learning: Hands-on experience building, training, and deploying ML models in production using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
  • B) Generative AI: Experience developing applications using Large Language Models (LLMs), including prompt engineering, RAG systems, or agentic frameworks.
  • Experience deploying applications in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • A strong understanding of application security concepts and vulnerability types (preferred).
  • Experience with MLOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD) (preferred).
  • Experience using AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) as part of your professional workflow (preferred).
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Hard Skills & Tools
PythonJavaMachine LearningTensorFlowPyTorchscikit-learnGenerative AILarge Language ModelsMLOpsApplication Security
Soft Skills
MentoringCode ReviewsCollaborationProblem SolvingStaying Current with Research
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science