Become Part of the Torch.AI Journey! 

At Torch.AI, we’re on a journey to create decision advantage and enterprise efficiency at scale with a new form of in-memory AI for the world’s most important mission-driven organizations. Today, we help improve national security, protect U.S. interests, eliminate fraud, reduce risk, and enable better customers experiences. Our team is highly focused and cares deeply about the work we do as a pioneer in the data and AI field and a key partner supporting U.S. strategic, operational, and tactical military forces, warfighters, and national defense capabilities. We're passionate about solving complex problems. Join us in our mission to help organizations Unlock Human Potential. 

Unlock Your Potential

Join our elite team in a rare opportunity as a Data Engineer. This position is critical to the company’s ability to continue to pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence, and in particular high speed autonomous data fusion, analysis and decision support.  You will be directly contributing to Torch.AI’s R&D efforts in a real world customer centric environment.  With more than 20 awarded and in flight patents, this is a rare opportunity for technologist with gumption. This Data Engineer role will work in support of developing and implementing solutions for a major U.S. Department of Defense program. The role will engage with cross-functional teams to discover all existing data types and documentation that are currently in use in multiple data producer environments. The successful candidate will be a creative problem solver, diligent and detail oriented, and will have a sharp focus on value creation and mission importance. They will have a keen eye on understanding customer needs, how they currently leverage Torch.AI software, and will help in driving the future success of the customer program.

What Sets This Role Apart?

• Our decentralized operating model puts every employee at the forefront of our customers’ missions. 
• We value customer intimacy, unique perspectives, and dedication to delivering lasting impact and results. You’ll have the opportunity to work on the frontlines of major customer programs and influence lasting success for Torch.AI and your teammates. 
• There are very few companies in the world with the credentials we have. You’ll have an opportunity to support critically important customer missions and work with paradigm-changing technology. 
• The role is critical in positioning Torch.AI as a leader in data infrastructure AI in the market and helps ensure the company is well-positioned for the next stages of growth.
• Torch.AI is in the midst of a fundamental period, with several initiatives and investments anticipated to fuel hyper-growth across a diverse customer base. 
• You’ll play a significant role in strengthening Torch.AI’s reputation as one of Forbes’ Best Startup Employers. 

Ownership and Influence

• Participates in design meetings and consults with other staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, and operational and performance requirements of overall system
• Develop and perform automated builds, testing, and deployments in support of NiFi development
• Work with the development and services teams to support service artifacts, which could include bug fixes, security improvements, functional extension, performance improvement, refactoring, and/or rewriting
• Experience in building data ingestion workflows/pipeline flows using NiFi, NiFi registry, and other Nifi management tools
• Create Artifact that will primarily be Apache Nifi flows and/or custom processors used in Nifi flows
• Create tables in Trino to deliver data via APIs to package and disseminate data to mission partners
• Build data models and analytics to support mission needs
• Pull or receive command and control files
• Test services artifacts for correctness and/or performance

What We Value

• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Subject matter expertise and proven success within the market segment. 
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts to stakeholders. 
• Aptitude for working collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams. 
• Awareness of ethical considerations and responsible AI practices. 
• Employee will potentially be a CUI user and must complete specific training and policy notification prior to exposure.
• B.S. degree in related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 5+ years of proven work experience as a data engineer.
• Demonstrable experience with Java, Parquet, Nifi, Kafka.
• Experience with ETLs and APIs.
• Understanding and Experience with Apache Nifi tool.
• Analysis of the product to determine the end points as per the requirements.
• Well-versed with docker.
• Hands on experience on GIT.
• Understanding of security products focusing on IAM.
• Knowledge on ETL focusing on mapping.
• Good to have experience with NiFi-supported scripting languages (Python) and writing regular expressions.
• Experience creating custom NiFi processors.
• Full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience.
• Work well within a formal team structure and with minimal supervision.
• This position REQUIRES an active TS/SCI. TS/SCI with CI Poly is preferred.

Professional Ambiance

• You will be expected to work out of a SCIF located in Tyson's Corner; limited hybrid/remote days may occasionally be available.

Equity Program

• Immediate eligibility to participate in the company equity incentive program. 
• Employees at Torch.AI have an opportunity to become partners in the firm.  

Incentives and Advantages 

• Competitive salary, performance bonus, and benefits package.  
• Opportunity to participate in Torch.AI’s employee equity incentive program. 
• Unlimited PTO. 
• 11 paid holidays each year. 
• Dynamic and energetic teammates. 
• Incredible chance for professional advancement in a rapidly scaling high-tech environment. 
• Weekly in-office catering at headquarters. 
• Access to company entertainment suite at the Kansas City T-Mobile Center, with tickets to all major events and concerts. 
• Exceptional medical, dental, and vision insurance. 
• Company sponsored life and disability coverage. 
• Relocation benefits. 

Torch.AI is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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