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This is a hands-on role for an engineer who enjoys solving hard, ambiguous problems-and wants to see the technology they build make a difference in the real world.\nYou will work alongside mission users to understand what is actually happening on the ground, identify opportunities where technology can make a meaningful difference, and turn those insights into working solutions. You’ll integrate advanced technologies-including modern AI/LLM capabilities-into operational workflows, build and deploy new software capabilities, and iterate directly with users until the solution delivers measurable mission impact.\nThis is not a role where you simply receive requirements and hand off code. You will be close to the problem, close to the user, and accountable for the outcome. You’ll have the autonomy to experiment, make technical decisions, prototype ideas, and take the solutions that work all the way into production.\nThis position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and onsite presence at the customer’s location five (5) days per week to support direct customer engagement, collaboration, and mission execution.\nLMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.\nLeveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.\nResponsibilities\nProviding direct support to the multiple customers, this Forward Deployed Engineer will:\nWork closely with customers to integrate the LIGER GenAI platform into their existing business processes.\nBuild new functionalities and enhancements within the LIGER platform to meet specific customer needs.\nEnsure successful deployment and initial configuration of the LIGER platform, supporting customers for 60-180 days post-sale before transitioning the deployment to a long-term project team.\nEngage directly with customers in various formats, including in-person, hybrid, or remote work as required by the customer.\nConduct proof-of-concept demonstrations to showcase LIGER’s capabilities and its value to potential and existing customers.\nDevelop and maintain a deep understanding of the LIGER platform’s capabilities and limitations to guide solution development.\nProvide technical consulting, guidance, and support throughout the integration and deployment phases.\nRapidly build new features into or around LIGER’s core platform to meet customer-specific needs and feedback. Work closely with the core product team to integrate new features into the product.\nDocument and communicate customer requirements and feedback to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with customer priorities.\nAssist in troubleshooting and resolving deployment issues, providing timely and effective solutions.\nTravel occasionally to customer locations within the United States for direct engagements and support.\nWork collaboratively with internal teams including product management, engineering, and support to deliver seamless solutions to customers.\nQualifications\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\n Active TS/SCI clearance\nAdvanced proficiency in Python.\nExtensive experience with PostgreSQL.\nHands on experience with LLMs, NLP, and related AI technologies solving real problems\nProven experience working with the MEAN Stack and full stack development in typescript.\nExperience with Angular and developing web applications.\nStrong knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g. Docker) and CI/CD pipelines, specifically with GitLab.\nFamiliarity with cloud computing deployment models, especially AWS GovCloud and/or working within a DoD or federal environment.\nDemonstrated ability to integrate software solutions with existing business processes, including the ability to interact effectively with APIs.\nKnowledge of software development lifecycle and security principles.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with multiple stakeholders, including senior executives from government and industry.\nAbility to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and prioritize effectively.\nWillingness and availability for occasional travel based on project requirements.\nDESIRED SKILLS\nProven ability to work quickly and independently as part of a small team of engineers to deliver high-quality, tailored solutions.\nExperience in sales engineering within the federal government sector, with a deep understanding of federal customers' unique challenges and requirements.\nExpertise in developing strategic relationships with key stakeholders and fostering long-term customer partnerships.\nAbility to clearly communicate the value and benefits of technical solutions to non-technical audiences.\nAbility to provide strategic input on product enhancements and development based on market trends and customer feedback.\nFamiliarity with DoD Cybersecurity requirements and vulnerability management concepts.\nExperience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and utilizing tools such as GitLab.\nFamiliarity with container orchestration engines such as Kubernetes (e.g., EKS, AKS, GKE, Kops, OpenShift).\nProficiency with MCP Server and experience building MCP tools.\nHands-on experience in containerizing applications.\nStrong background in Unix/Linux operating systems.\nHigh energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to effectively interact with senior executives from both government and industry.\nExperience with leadership, management, and providing issue resolution and expert guidance to teams.\nKnowledge of AWS products and capabilities, with specific experience in GovCloud environments.\nTarget salary range: $145,000 - $250,000\nDisclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.\nApplicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. 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