cBEYONData a subsidiary of SMX is seeking a Full Stack AI Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable AI-enabled web applications and cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS technologies. The ideal candidate is a strong systems thinker with experience across front-end development, backend services, cloud infrastructure, and emerging AI technologies. This role will support the development of modern AI-powered applications, integrations, and automation capabilities while ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency in a high-tempo environment. This role is hybrid supporting a Hanover, MD program
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack web applications using modern frameworks and cloud-native architectures
• Build and maintain user interfaces using React and related front-end technologies
• Develop backend services, APIs, serverless functions, and integrations using Python and/or Node.js
• Integrate AI and machine learning services such as Amazon Bedrock and other large language model (LLM) platforms into enterprise applications
• Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic AI workflows, and AI orchestration capabilities
• Optimize AI model prompts, monitor model performance, and support cost-efficient AI solution design
• Support deployment automation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational sustainment of AI-enabled systems
• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver scalable and secure solutions
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements and cloud governance best practices utilizing AWS IAM, security guardrails, and related controls
• Support DevSecOps activities including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and cloud cost management
Required Skills & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in full-stack software development
• Demonstrated experience developing modern web applications using:
o React or similar front-end frameworks
o Python and/or Node.js backend technologies
• Experience developing and deploying cloud-native applications in AWS environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting at least one production-grade AI or machine learning implementation
• Experience integrating APIs, asynchronous processing, and scalable backend services
• Understanding of software security principles and secure cloud architecture practices
• Experience with DevSecOps concepts and modern software delivery practices
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Secret clearance
• CompTIA Security+ certification required
Desired Skills & Experience
• Experience with Amazon Bedrock or other enterprise generative AI platforms
• Experience implementing RAG architectures, AI agents, or orchestration frameworks
• Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, and AI evaluation techniques
• Experience optimizing AI model usage for performance and cost efficiency
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies
• Experience supporting federal or DoD environments
Application Deadline: 7-25-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in full-stack software development
- Experience developing modern web applications using React or similar front-end frameworks
- Experience with Python and/or Node.js backend technologies
- Experience developing and deploying cloud-native applications in AWS environments
- Experience supporting at least one production-grade AI or machine learning implementation
- Experience integrating APIs, asynchronous processing, and scalable backend services
- Understanding of software security principles and secure cloud architecture practices
- Experience with DevSecOps concepts and modern software delivery practices
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- Secret clearance
SMX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SMX and has not been reviewed or approved by SMX.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Salary ranges are publicly listed on many postings and a pay transparency statement clarifies how location, contract, and credentials influence offers. This visibility helps set clear expectations around compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — About four weeks of PTO plus 11 paid federal holidays are highlighted in careers materials. Paid military leave on some roles further expands time‑off coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% and immediate vesting is called out in role descriptions. Traditional and Roth options support long‑term savings.
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What We Do
SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
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