Software Engineer 2Location: Annapolis Junction, MD | Onsite Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $206,600-$229,600Join a Growing Team at Weeghman & BriggsWeeghman & Briggs is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Software Engineer 2 to support critical government initiatives in Annapolis Junction, MD.Founded in 2016 by Anthony Jordan, Weeghman & Briggs specializes in delivering high-impact analytical services to Government Agencies and private organizations. Since our founding, we have partnered with a range of federal entities and private corporations, earning a strong reputation as a trusted, results-driven company with an exceptional team of professionals.As we continue to expand across current programs and upcoming contract awards, we are looking for talented individuals who want to contribute, grow, and build something meaningful alongside us.At Weeghman & Briggs, you're more than a number, you're part of the team. We've built a culture where your opinion matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a direct impact on mission success. Our growth creates opportunity for advancement, leadership visibility, and long-term career development while maintaining the supportive, close-knit environment that sets us apart.If you're ready to grow your career while supporting important national missions, we'd love to connect with you.**This is a future funded/pipeline position**Join us on this journey as we execute this mission-critical contract providing systems architecture and engineering in a world-wide multi-level Enterprise IT environment!Your effort and expertise are crucial to the success and execution of this impactful mission. This opportunity supports an Enterprise IT contract with a team of SIGDEV Analysts, Systems Engineers, Junior Engineers, Telecommunication Technical Analysts and System Administrators, responsible for the architecture, engineering, integration, operations, maintenance and sustainment of multi-level Enterprise IT environment.What You'll DoSupport mission-critical programs in secure government environmentsContribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performanceWork directly with mission users to capture workflows, document operational decision points, and translate them into effective AI enabled capabilitiesDesign and implement solutions that may include LLM powered workflows, agent-based automation, or hybrid approaches depending on mission needsCollaborate with operators, analysts, developers, and mission leadership to ensure solutions integrate cleanly with existing systems, perform reliably in production, and adhere to the security and governance expectations of classified environmentsAnalyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.Debug existing software and correct defects.Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.Write or review software and system documentation.Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project.Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas.Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products.Implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project.Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met.What You BringActive TS/SCI with PolygraphExperience supporting government or DoD programsAbility to work independently and within a collaborative team environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsFourteen (14) years' experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.3+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, data science, or software engineering within cyber, intelligence, or national security environments.A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.Experience capturing user workflows and translating them into structured process maps, automation requirements, or executable logic.Experience designing or implementing LLM based or agentic workflows, including multi step reasoning, tool integrations, and orchestration.Experience integrating AI systems with APIs, enterprise data stores, or mission platforms.Experience with programming languages such as Python.Preferred QualificationsExperience engineering AI capabilities in on premise or multi classification environments.Experience with AWS or Azure, including work in restricted or classified environments.Experience with AI/LLM development framework such as LangChain, LangGraph, PydanticAI, or CrewAI.Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, vLLM, or llama.cpp.Experience with cyber or intelligence workflows, operational data types, or mission oriented analytical processes.Master's degree in AI, ML, Data Science, Cybersecurity, or Engineering.Compensation & BenefitsThe projected salary range for this position is $206,600-$229,600, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and contract requirements.At Weeghman & Briggs, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits here: https://weeghmanandbriggs.com/summary-of-employee-benefits/Equal Employment OpportunityWeeghman & Briggs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.