Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an AI Software Developer to support a company focused on modernizing air traffic management systems through a hybrid cloud automation platform within the aviation and government technology sector. This position is hybrid in Gaithersburg, MD requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week. The AI Software Developer will lead the design, development, and modernization of microservices-based applications supporting mission-critical, real-time operational systems. This is an opportunity to help shape next-generation aviation technologies that impact millions of travelers while leveraging AI-assisted software development practices. Responsibilities for the AI Software Developer include: • Lead Agile sprint planning, technical execution, and delivery of software development objectives • Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using modern software engineering best practices • Collaborate with product owners, systems engineers, architects, DevSecOps teams, and developers within a SAFe Agile environment • Develop and integrate APIs, databases, messaging platforms, and cloud-native services while supporting CI/CD pipelines • Utilize AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, testing, debugging, refactoring, and software quality improvements Required Qualifications for the AI Software Developer include: • 4-8+ years of software development experience • Hands-on experience developing and supporting microservices-based systems • Strong programming experience with Java, C++, Python, or similar object-oriented languages in Linux environments • Experience using AI-assisted development tools, AI/ML-enabled systems, automation platforms, or intelligent software solutions • Experience working within Agile development environments • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust investigation • Bachelor's Degree Compensation for the AI Software Developer includes: • Salary Range: $90,000-150,000 **Depending on education level and years of experience** There are senior and mid level openings within this range. • Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law #LI-MZ1 #LI-ONSITE SEO Keywords: Senior AI Software Developer, AI Software Engineer, Java Developer, C++ Developer, Python Developer, Microservices Architecture, AWS Cloud Engineer, Linux Developer, Agile Software Development, SAFe Agile, DevSecOps Engineer, CI/CD Pipelines, Kafka Developer, Docker, Kubernetes, API Development, Distributed Systems, Cloud Native Applications, AI-Assisted Development, Claude Code, Machine Learning Systems, Event-Driven Architecture, NoSQL Databases, Real-Time Systems, Air Traffic Management Technology, Hybrid Cloud Platform, Software Architect, Backend Developer, Government Technology, Automation Platform Development, Enterprise Software Engineering, Public Trust Eligible, Hybrid Software Engineer Jobs, Gaithersburg MD