Junior Software Engineer (AI ML)

Job Title: Junior Software Engineer (AI ML)

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 6/1/2026

The Opportunity:
 

CACI is looking for a Junior Software Engineer with AI/ML knowledge to join our team in Denver, CO. This role offers a perfect blend of frontend and backend development, making it a thrilling and rewarding position for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment. Join us in shaping the future of AI in the defense industry!

Responsibilities:
As a member of our dynamic and forward-thinking AI research team, you will have the unique opportunity to collaborate closely with our world-class scientists and engineers to create rapid prototypes and tools that showcase the groundbreaking capabilities emerging from our research efforts. With projects spanning the realms of machine learning and artificial intelligence, including computer vision, natural language processing (NLP), large language models (LLMs), and more, you will be at the forefront of technological innovation.


Qualifications:

Required: 

•College Graduate in Computer Science required
•Understand the Software development life cycle (including front and back end)
•Some AWS Experience (CDK, SAM, EKS)
•Some experience with JavaScript and common frontend frameworks such as Angular and React
•Some Backend development experience with common languages like Python, Java, Node.JS, C++, GO, Rust, etc.
•Some Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes for deploying and managing AI applications
•Some Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and NoSQL databases, and message passing middleware such as Redis and Kafka
•            US Citizenship required with a willingness to gain a Top Secret or TS-SCI clearance with polygraph





Desired:
•    AWS Certified Developer – Associate
•    Understanding of AI/ML concepts
•    An understanding of Gen AI tools, techniques, and platforms. 
•    Experience with deployment/scaling of machine learning models
•    Experience in integrating multiple applications
•    Experience with development in microservice based architectures
•    Experience developing and implementing software enhancements to mission systems in various Government agencies
•    Experience building scalable solutions to mission problems
•    AWS API experience
•    AWS Certification (Developer, DevOps and/or, Architect, etc.)
•    Security+ Certification
•    Active and current Top Secret or TS-SCI clearance, preferably with a recent polygraph 

 

 

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$63,800 - 127,500 USD