Become Part of the Torch.AI Journey!

Torch.AI is a defense focused AI-software company. Unlike traditional government contractors, our team of experts takes calculated risks to self-fund R&D behind the scenes and then sells complete products "off-the-shelf" to mission owners. We conduct deep research into understanding how AI and new data infrastructures can improve a growing array of national defense needs. This allows us to go from ideation to full capability deployment in weeks and months, instead of years. Today, we help improve national security, protect our warfighters, eliminate fraud, reduce risk, and enable better customer experiences. We’re passionate about solving complex problems. Join us in our mission to help organizations Unlock Human Potential.

The U.S. defense and national security industry offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the safety and well-being of the nation while engaging with cutting-edge technologies. As a vital sector that shapes global stability, it offers a dynamic environment to tackle complex challenges across multidisciplinary domains. With substantial investment in innovation, the industry is at the forefront of developing AI, autonomous systems, and advanced national security solutions, each founded on the premise that information is the new battlefield. If this type of work is of interest, we’d love to hear from you.

**The Role: Unlock Your Potential **

As a Full-Stack Engineer at Torch.AI, you will be at the forefront of building software that scale within and across Torch.AI’s platform capabilities. You will create end-to-end software solutions and front-end user experiences which will be deployed across an array of operational and research & development efforts directly for U.S. defense and national security programs and projects. Each of our customers requires a unique set of technical needs and differentiated capabilities to remove existing obstacles such as manual-intensive data analysis and cognitive burden to ensure mission success. Our modular end-to-end data infrastructure platform supports a wide variety of military functions and operations.

We build enterprise-grade software products to meet these unique needs of our customers and, therefore, encourage company-wide collaboration to share context, skills, and experience across a variety of tools, technologies, and development practices. Our platform is designed so that customer-specific solution teams can rapidly design, configure, and deploy a unique set of features against specific customer requirements.

In this role, you’ll work autonomously while driving coordinated, collaborative decisions across cross-functional solutions and product development teams, which include a mix of defense and national security experts, U.S. veterans, and experienced AI/ML, software, and data engineers. Your code will be used to seamlessly integrate elegant user experiences with back-end data processing capabilities; implementing responsive designs, optimizing application performance, and integrating with complex backend services and APIs. You will have the opportunity to harden and scale existing platform capabilities, tools, and technologies, while also working to innovate and introduce new iterative capabilities, features, and projects which benefit our company, IP, and customers.

We’re looking for full-stack engineers who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven environment. You’ll be encouraged to think creatively, challenge conventional approaches, and identify alternative approaches to delivering customer value across complex problem sets. Your day-to-day workflow will vary, adapting to the requirements of our customer and technical needs of respective use cases. One day, you may be supporting the development of a new proof of capability concept for a new customer program; another you may be refining system performance to help scale a production deployment; the next you may be working directly with customers to understand their requirements with deep intellectual curiosity.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Our decentralized operating model puts every employee at the forefront of our customers’ missions. You’ll work within and across small customer-account solutions teams and product development teams.
• 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.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from designing and demonstrating early capabilities and prototypes to deploying large-scale production systems.
• You’ll directly contribute in helping Torch.AI continue to position as a leader in data infrastructure AI in the market and compete against multi-billion dollar incumbents and high-tech AI companies.
• We develop solutions directly supporting our nation’s warfighters and national security and prosperity; the impact of your work is directly visible.

Critical Skills

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, or relevant field; MS preferred.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience with object-oriented programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Java).
• Experience deploying software to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Hands-on experience with both front-end (React, Angular, Vue, Redux) and back-end technologies (Node.js, Python, Java).
• Proficiency with database technologies including SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Elasticsearch, Neo4j, SQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, BitBucket) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong experience with data structure, algorithm design, and time-series data analysis.
• Proficiency in writing application specifications, documentation, and troubleshooting software applications.
• Experience in deploying and managing full-stack AI-based enterprise applications.

What We Value

• Deep industry experience, preferably within the defense industry and/or intelligence community or related sectors (not strictly required, but encouraged).
• Passion for continuously identifying technical risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Strong drive for improving software quality, security, and performance.
• Ability to propose innovative solutions and optimizations based on application metrics and technical insights.
• Strong understanding of database structure and integration, and familiarity with Elasticsearch and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Unix-based command lines and various software development tools (e.g., Kibana, Selenium, Linux Admin).
• Ability to script solutions and automate manual processes.
• Strong knowledge of application security, testing strategies, and configuration management.
• Knowledge of APIs, web applications, and service development, with a focus on robust, scalable systems.
• Currently holds (preferred) or eligible for a Top Secret security clearance.

Professional Ambiance

• This role thrives in a cutting-edge, high-performance workspace.
• The base of operations is located in our Leawood, KS hub, with occasional opportunities for a flexible hybrid/remote work arrangement.

Equity Program

• Employee Equity Pool: All employees are eligibility to participate in the company equity incentive program within their first 12 months of employment. We are proud to say that we have a 100% participation rate amongst existing employees.

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 in our Leawood HQ.
• 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.

These positions are being reviewed and filled on a rolling basis, and multiple openings may be available for each role.