Staff Software Engineer (Public Sector)
Scale AI
📍 US0💼 Full-time💰 252,000 – 362,000 USD/year🕐 5/12/2026
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Role overview
Scale AI is hiring for the Staff Software Engineer (Public Sector) role in US. It is full-time, Lead level, in the Government sector. The stated pay for this position is 252,000 – 362,000 USD/year. It was posted 5/12/2026.
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- Role
- Staff Software Engineer (Public Sector)
- Company
- Scale AI
- Location
- US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Lead
- Sector
- Government
- Salary
- 252,000 – 362,000 USD/year
- Posted
- 5/12/2026
Description
• As a Staff Software Engineer, you will orchestrate the implementation of vertical features and horizontal capabilities to include mentoring other engineers on defining requirements with stakeholders and communication tradeoffs of technical implementations on feature and capabilities until they are accepted by the stakeholders
• You will: Orchestrate feature implementation across the Federal engineering team to ensure architectural consistency
• Define technical strategy for agentic guardrails, explainability, and fleet orchestration
• Ensure system reliability and performance across multiple security classifications and network types
• Mentor engineers in the process of defining requirements with stakeholders and gathering acceptance
• Communicate high-level technical trade-offs and implementation strategies to senior government stakeholders and Scale C-Suite members
• Influence the long-term product strategy and technical roadmap for the Federal business unit
• Consult on the architecture of AI-powered solutions for large-scale federal contracts
Benefits
• Health & Wellbeing: Our holistic approach to supporting Scaliens includes comprehensive health coverage, dental and vision insurance, mental healthcare services, and more. PTO policies and accommodating schedules ensure you’ll get time off when you need it to relax and recharge. Note that our offerings may vary by region as we strive to respond to the unique needs of Scaliens around the globe.
• Personal & Career Growth: Continuously learn and grow through annual learning & development stipend, attending leadership breakfasts, manager training, speaker series, and joining an ERG.
• Building Scale Community: We welcome guests to our offices, and you can expect to see Scalien families and friends around. Join local happy hours, and accept invites to game nights, book clubs, and many other employee-led community events.
• Parental Support: Balancing work and family is essential, and Scale understands the importance of having adequate leave policies in place to promote a healthy home and work life.
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