AI Software Engineer

Post Date

Aug 04, 2026

Location

Huntsville,
Alabama

ZIP/Postal Code

35805
US
Oct 04, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

HSV-09f33240-98ea-4d83-865f-27920e8d35cd

Pay Rate

$55 - $69 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Mid-Senior AI Software Engineer to support the rapid development of next-generation missile defense and soldier training technologies. This role will focus primarily on accelerating software development for a critical interceptor program targeting flight test readiness within 18 months. The ideal candidate is a strong C++ developer who embraces modern AI-assisted software development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot/Codex, and VS Code AI extensions to improve development speed, quality, and efficiency. In addition to core software development efforts, this engineer will contribute to the integration of small AI models into military training and tactical systems, helping shape the future of AI-enabled defense capabilities.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree
6+ years of SW dev, combo of C++ and AI (Machine learning, AI, or edge-deployed AI models)
Experience using AI-assisted development tools to improve coding efficiency.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Familiarity with modern software development environments such as Visual Studio Code
Knowledge of model training, fine-tuning, and deployment workflows
Experience embedding small AI models into hardware-constrained platforms
Experience with embedded Linux, real-time operating systems, or hardware integration

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.