AI/ML Engineer at closure-tech

Location: McLean, Virginia
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Jun 7, 2026

Description

Closure Technologies is looking for an AI/ML Engineer to implement and maintain Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines and integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) into applications. The role involves API development and optimizing data storage through Postgres schema refinement. This position requires strong Python proficiency, experience with AI/ML methodologies, and active clearance.

Required Skills

Python
AI/ML
Postgres

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Demonstrated ability to conduct independent technical research, evaluate emerging AI/ML approaches, and apply advanced analytical problem-solving comparable to PhD-level research environments.
Ability to rapidly learn and apply new AI/ML methodologies, tools, and frameworks in support of evolving mission requirements.
Experience developing AI/ML applications focused on Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), semantic retrieval, LLM integration, or related AI workflows.
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced research experience in machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, generative AI, reinforcement learning, computer vision, or related disciplines.
Experience publishing research, contributing to open-source AI/ML initiatives, or leading experimental and prototype development efforts.
Familiarity with model evaluation frameworks, fine-tuning workflows, inference optimization, and AI observability/monitoring tools.
Experience with vector databases, AWS/cloud environments, Docker, and containerized AI/ML development workflows.
Experience designing and integrating REST APIs and scalable data architectures.