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AI Software Engineer

Randstad Digital
Rapids, IA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
job summary:

This position is for an experienced Software Engineer with either professional or personal project experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Generative AI. The position will be part of the Applied Research and Technology (ART) Aerospace Technologies Team designing and developing the next-generation avionics systems of the future.


The ART Aerospace Technologies Development Sandbox team is chartered with defining new disruptive developmental process improvements for the business to enable faster cycle times, lower total lifecycle cost, reduce tech debt and enable greater reusability.


This position will be performed on-site in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.





location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

job type: Contract

salary: $65 - 75 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: No Degree Required



responsibilities:

-Develop, design and conclude experiments to accelerate business capabilities in Generative AI for safety-critical development


-Be obsessively passionate, inquisitive, and seek to solve everyday problems in innovative ways


-Thrive in a collaborative environment and clearly communicate while confidently providing technical guidance, mentoring, and support to multiple sub-projects




qualifications:

You possess the following character traits:


-You have a strong sense of ownership and take initiative while empowering others to do the same


-You prioritize positive impact over busy work


-You have minimal ego and understand that everyone has something to bring to the table regardless of experience


-You appreciate transparency and promote trust and empowerment through open access of information


-You are evidence-based and prioritize data and science over seniority or dogma


-You take risks and rapidly iterate to find the best solution to the problem


Basic Qualifications:


-Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident "" holder


-Strong software development experience and skills


-Proficient in Unix/Linux


-Proficient in Python


-Proficient in Full Stack Development


-Proven execution skills in the development of complex systems


-Ability to communicate clearly to large audiences


-Understanding of the fundamentals of AI/ML through research or practice


-Experience in deploying Generative AI powered applications


-Experience with Large Language Model (LLM) development frameworks (e.g. LangChain, Haystack)




Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


Salary : $65

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