Senior Python Engineer
About this role
Senior Python Software Engineer (AI / Cybersecurity)
Location: Maryland, United States (Permanent)
Salary: $240,000 – $270,000 per annum + Comprehensive Benefits
Industry: Artificial Intelligence / Cybersecurity / Software Engineering
About Us
We are Bridge Staffing Agency, a dedicated recruitment partner committed to connecting exceptional talent with organizations where they can make a lasting impact. We take pride in building collaborative relationships and tailoring our search solutions to your professional goals, your pace, and your people.
The Opportunity
We are partnering with an innovative team advancing how artificial intelligence is applied within cybersecurity, turning emerging capabilities into practical, robust software that detects and responds to sophisticated digital threats.
They are looking for an experienced Senior Python Software Engineer to build cutting-edge AI-driven security systems designed to protect complex, mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
Build scalable, high-performance Python applications and backend services.
Develop innovative AI-driven cybersecurity capabilities and automated detection mechanisms.
Automate complex threat detection, security analysis, and operational workflows.
Bridge the gap between research prototypes and production-grade software.
Deploy mission-critical capabilities into secure operational environments.
What We’re Looking For
Strong, commercial software engineering experience with Python.
Proven track record building and maintaining production-grade software.
Solid understanding of APIs, data pipelines, and foundational machine learning concepts.
Background working with artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or complex analytical platforms.
Familiarity with FastAPI, PyTorch, Hugging Face, Large Language Models (LLMs), RAG, and cloud/container ecosystems (AWS, Kubernetes) is highly advantageous.
Note: Full-Scope Polygraph or active security clearance eligibility is required for this role.