Applied AI Research Engineer

About this role

Code Metal is seeking an Applied AI Research Engineer to develop advanced AI systems that support military planning through human-machine collaboration. The role involves designing, building, and evaluating AI systems and workflows that enhance decision-making capabilities in critical operational contexts.

What you'll do

• Design and build agentic AI systems for human-machine teaming
• Develop AI pipelines integrating models and external tools
• Conduct experiments to evaluate AI performance and trust
• Fine-tune and evaluate foundation models for planning tasks
• Build datasets and automated benchmarks for ongoing research
• Collaborate with engineers and domain experts to implement AI solutions

What they're looking for

• Strong Python programming
• Experience with AI and machine learning systems
• Proficiency in PyTorch
• Understanding of multi-agent systems
• Knowledge of simulation and evaluation techniques
• Ability to work collaboratively in small teams
• Expertise in data processing and retrieval pipelines
• Experience in developing explainable AI systems

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on impactful mission-driven projects
• Engagement in hands-on AI development beyond demos
• Involvement in innovative research on human-machine collaboration
• Rapid prototyping and development in a small team setting
• Visibility and feedback from real users in operational roles