People and Purpose. Not just paychecks.

Bitwise is a leading software and digital services company that provides mission-focused, transformative technology solutions to the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our team of engineers are driven by a sense of purpose, a thirst for technical excellence, and a culture of growth, wellness, and inclusion.
 

💡  About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable RAG (Retrieval-Augmented
Generation) Integration Software Engineer to join our full stack AI team. This role is ideal for
early-career professionals who excel at problem-solving, demonstrate a passion for continuous
learning, and can effectively collaborate in a team environment. As part of our team, you'll
contribute to cutting-edge RAG systems, with a focus on vector databases, UI development,
shared collections, and JavaScript integration. We value candidates who can think critically,
adapt quickly to new technologies, and understand the business impact of their work. This
position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in AI technology, guided by
experienced mentors who will help you apply your skills to real-world challenges in the rapidly
evolving field of RAG systems.

💪🏼  Required Skills and Experience

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Technical Experience:
  • Assist in developing and implementing RAG systems, with a focus on vector database integration and optimization
  •  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-friendly interfaces for RAG applications using Python, JavaScript and modern web frameworks.
  • Contribute to the creation and management of shared collections, ensuring efficient data retrieval and organization.
  • Participate in code reviews, sharing your ideas and learning from experienced team members, particularly in JavaScript and UI development.
  •  Engage in continuous learning about RAG, NLP, vector databases, and related fields, applying new knowledge to ongoing projects.
  •  Help with testing and quality assurance of RAG systems, UI components, and vector database integrations.
  •  Contribute to technical documentation, improving your ability to communicate complex concepts related to RAG and vector databases clearly.
  •  Actively participate in team discussions, offering fresh perspectives on UI/UX design for RAG applications.
  • Actively participate in customer interactions infrequently to gather product requirements.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
  •  Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, particularly in data structures and algorithms.
  •  Ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively
  •  Basic understanding of machine learning, natural language processing, and vector database concepts.
  •  Proficiency in JavaScript and experience with modern web development frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
  • Familiarity with UI/UX design principles for data-intensive applications.
  • Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts related to RAG and vector databases to various audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Curiosity and passion for AI technology, particularly in RAG systems and their business applications.
• Preferred Skills
  • Internship or project experience demonstrating problem-solving with vector databases or RAG systems
  • Familiarity with vector database systems (e.g., Pinecone, Faiss, Milvus).
  •  Basic understanding of large language models and their integration with vector databases.
  • Experience with or interest in optimizing shared collections for efficient data retrieval.
  •  Contributions to open-source projects or personal coding projects showcasing JavaScript-based UI development for data-intensive applications.
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and GraphQL for connecting front-end applications to back-end services.
  • We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that encourages learning and innovation. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are excited about starting their career in the cutting-edge field of
    RAG technology, vector databases, and AI-powered UI development. This role offers mentorship opportunities and a supportive environment for developing your skills in AI
    engineering and modern web development.
• Degree Requirements and Years Experience:
  • 7 years in place of B.S.
  • 3 years experience with a degree in a technical discipline
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😇  About You

We only hire candidates who have the mindset and ideals to truly make a difference in our company and for our customers' missions. We ask that you be able to:

• Work well in a small- to medium-sized team and contribute meaningful thought leadership — if not right away, over time
• Interact with our customers in a way that fosters confidence in your abilities and an absolute delight to have you on board
• Apply an attention to detail to your work, even if that means managing expectations and taking a little more time
• Contribute your ideas, your ideals, and your personality to improve our company, our products, and our culture
• Know and support our core values every single day

🙌  Working at Bitwise

When you come to work with us, you can expect to hop in on the ground floor of our company, contributing your ideas, helping make decisions, and bringing your unique vibe to our culture. You won't be on an island with us – we gather frequently outside of work hours, from team-builds to happy hours and all-hands meetings. Everyone contributes, everyone's heard, everyone has fun, and we're all the better for it.

Our Benefits:

• Top salaries because we're top performers
• 4 weeks PTO – 5 weeks after 5 years, 6 weeks after 10 years
• 11 paid federal holidays
• 2 emergency days for snow, etc.
• 24% 401k contribution via a 400% match on the first 6% from you. Don't utilize the full match? Unused matches come back to you as income. C'mon now!
• 3 excellent health plans, 2 dental plans, and a vision plan, with up to 70% of the premium covered for you and your dependents
• 100% covered life and disability insurances
• $5,000 annual education assistance
• Bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot Damn! 🔥". We hope to say that many times about you.

🔍  What to expect after applying

You'll get an automated email from us right away just to let you know we got your application. From there, we'll:

• Send over some additional materials about our company and benefits for you to review
• Schedule a video call with you to discuss your application, our company, and your place in it
• Put together a delightful offer package and record a video walkthrough of it for you
• Keep the party going through the onboarding process. Your transition to us will be joyful and easy.