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Software Engineer

3/30/2026

Software engineers will develop software using Python or C++ to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications. This involves close collaboration with researchers and customers to create state-of-the-art solutions.

Salary

120000 - 200000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

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About The Company

Toyon is employee-owned with approximately 250 employees. Our team-based approach to tackling challenging and complex problems promotes free exchange of innovative ideas and opportunities for rapid advancement. Toyon’s employee turnover rate is very low, which is indicative of the unique company culture and exceptional benefits that we offer, including: Comprehensive Health Care Company-funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans An Employee Stock Ownership Program Our corporate headquarters is located in Goleta, CA (near the Santa Barbara Airport and the University of California at Santa Barbara) and hosts the majority of our technical and administrative staff as well as our RF fabrication and laboratory facilities. Additionally, we have corporate offices in Sterling, VA (near the Dulles International Airport), Fort Collins, CO (near Colorado State University), and Huntsville, AL (near the U.S. Space & Rocket Center). All are growing steadily and provide key, local resources for our federal clients in each of our core business areas. We are always seeking dedicated employees of high integrity to join our team in California, Virginia, Colorado, and Alabama. Join us as we build important technologies and rewarding careers. A B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field is required for technical positions. All candidates must be U.S. Citizens.

About the Role

Description

U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required.

This position is in-person.

Toyon is seeking highly qualified Software Engineer candidates to develop software in the Python or C++ languages in support of Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) applications. Our software engineers work closely with our researchers and customers to create state-of-the-art solutions.

Requirements

Candidates for the Software Engineer position must have a strong background in engineering, computer science, physics, and/or mathematics. A minimum of an MS degree with some industry experience or a BS degree and at least two years of industry experience is required. Experience with software architecture and design, software development in a team environment using version control tools, and experience with Docker is required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

An MS degree with at least two years of industry experience or a BS degree with at least four years of industry experience is desired. Experience mentoring junior developers and experience with Kubernetes is highly desired. Experience with Reinforcement Learning (RL), Large Language Models (LLMs), Computer Vision, other AI/ML techniques, or video or signal processing is a plus. Candidates should possess strong math and physics knowledge to enable developing advanced AI/ML software to solve sensor data processing or control problems.

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

Competitive Industry Pay
100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
HSA with Employer Contributions
Dental and Vision Coverage Options
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick leave
Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the AI/ML Software Engineer position is $120,000 to $200,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans

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Key Skills

PythonC++Artificial IntelligenceMachine LearningSoftware ArchitectureSoftware DesignVersion ControlDockerKubernetesReinforcement LearningLarge Language ModelsComputer VisionSignal ProcessingSensor Data ProcessingControl Problems